Shocks & Struts

  • Suspension Service at ALLEN AUTOMOTIVE in Silver Spring
    During an inspection at ALLEN AUTOMOTIVE in Silver Spring, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of susp...
    Published on: Nov 05, 2013
  • Check Your Shocks and Struts at ALLEN AUTOMOTIVE
      Today we're talking to Silver Spring drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Maryland folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks ...
    Published on: Mar 26, 2014
  • Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Silver Spring
    Many Silver Spring drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control – keeping you...
    Published on: Jul 17, 2017
  • When Do My Shocks Need to Be Replaced?
    A good suspension system gives a vehicle a smooth, even ride while providing Silver Spring drivers with good handling and control. But like any system on your vehicle, parts of the suspension system...
    Published on: Jan 02, 2018
  • Bouncy Bouncy – Are My Shocks Bad?
    When Silver Spring drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep ou...
    Published on: Apr 16, 2018
  • Suspension Service in Silver Spring at ALLEN AUTOMOTIVE
    When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Silver Spring may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because i...
    Published on: Nov 25, 2018
  • Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
    If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks.  They're the things that help to keep you...
    Published on: Oct 20, 2019
  • Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)
    You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times.  By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side.  When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facilit...
    Published on: Aug 22, 2021
  • Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
    If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be.  Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride.&...
    Published on: Jan 16, 2022