Does driving over a pothole at 60 mph affect the car?
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Driving over a pothole at 60 mph can affect the car, primarily impacting the tires. Impact on tires and rims: Hitting a pothole at high speed can easily cause bulges, deformation, or damage to the tires, and in severe cases, may even lead to tire blowouts or rim damage. Impact on brake bearings: The sudden impact from hitting a pothole at high speed may cause irreversible damage to the bearings inside the brakes, leading to loose wheels or regular abnormal noises during subsequent driving. Impact on the body and electrical system: Severe vibrations can also cause varying degrees of deformation to the car body, cracking or loosening of interior and exterior trims, and deformation of electronic circuit boards and connectors inside the car, resulting in open circuits, poor connections, or short circuits.