As temperatures plummet and road conditions worsen, vehicle suspension systems faces its toughest challenge of the year. Lesjöfors, a leading manufacturer of springs, is warning drivers and garages about the hidden dangers lurking beneath the winter surface.
Freezing water, grit salt, and potholes combine to create a perfect storm for coil spring damage. Here’s why:
- Potholes break springs
When water freezes under the road surface, it expands, cracking the tarmac. As the ice thaws, the weakened surface collapses, creating potholes that deliver severe impacts to suspension components. - Grit salt accelerates corrosion
Salt mixed with surface water forms an abrasive paste that strips protective coatings from springs, leaving them vulnerable to rust and eventual failure. - Cold makes springs brittle
Freezing temperatures reduce the elasticity of steel, making coil springs more prone to snapping under stress.
Lesjöfors Automotive offers a comprehensive range of high-quality springs designed to withstand harsh conditions. Make sure your customers are prepared this winter.
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