Potholes cost US drivers about $3 billion annually, according to AAA, who urge state and local governments to fully fund and prioritize road maintenance to reduce vehicle damage, repair costs and driver frustration. If a pothole can’t be avoided, reduce your speed. But check your rearview mirror before any abrupt braking. Just before you roll into the pothole, release your foot off the brake. Hitting a pothole at higher speeds or with locked brakes greatly increases the chances of damaging your tires, wheels and suspension components. Continue Reading →
