Seasonal Maintenance Β· March 2026

How Minnesota Potholes Damage Your Car

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Minnesota winters destroy roads, and the spring thaw turns the Twin Cities into a pothole minefield. Hitting one at speed can damage your alignment, bend rims, blow tires, and crack suspension components.

After pothole season, watch for: vehicle pulling to one side, uneven or rapid tire wear, vibration in the steering wheel, and unusual road noise. These are alignment warning signs.

We recommend a free alignment check every spring at Jon's Auto Repair. Our Hunter alignment system identifies issues most shops miss, and we'll show you the measurements before any work begins.

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