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Cars that cusion pot holes, speed ramps, etc

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MantaRay | 23:16 Mon 22nd Nov 2010 | Cars
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Are there any cars available that have suspension designed to cope with speed ramps and pot holes? Despite slowing right down for such annoyances I still get quite a jolt with the cars I've driven so far. Any recommendations?
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I can recommend the Renault Megane for its ability to absorb speed bumps surprisingly well for its size. Best to drive very slowly over or around potholes – otherwise you are likely to suffer tyre damage. Even speed cushions will damage the inside walls of your tyres – but why should your local council care that its actions are directly responsible for...
13:23 Tue 23rd Nov 2010
The Citroëns with hydropneumatic suspension spring (?) to mind .. failing that, a hovercraft. :-)
Range Rovers are great over speed ramps, mine were great :-)
I can recommend the Renault Megane for its ability to absorb speed bumps surprisingly well for its size. Best to drive very slowly over or around potholes – otherwise you are likely to suffer tyre damage.

Even speed cushions will damage the inside walls of your tyres – but why should your local council care that its actions are directly responsible for damage to your car?

Before parting with any money – test drive your chosen model to check out how well it handles the UK’s broken roads.
I find it better not to slow down too much, as the car bounces more.

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