Posted on 10/31/2025
If your car has started feeling loose, clunky, or just not as sure-footed on the road, the problem may lie in something small but important: your suspension bushings. These little rubber or polyurethane parts don’t get much attention, yet they quietly do a lot of work to keep your ride smooth, your steering sharp, and your suspension quiet. Over time, they wear out. Heat, moisture, road grime, and the constant motion of driving all take a toll. When they do, the result can be a ride that feels sloppy or unstable. Here’s what to look for and why it matters more than you might think. What Suspension Bushings Actually Do Bushings sit at the connection points between metal parts in your suspension—control arms, sway bars, shock mounts, and other places where components move or pivot. Their job is to absorb vibration, reduce noise, and allow parts to flex without colliding with each other. They’re usually made of rubber or synthetic materials tha ... read more