Shocks and struts are an important part of a car's suspension system. Both shocks and struts are used to keep a vehicle from bouncing when it is being driven. Shocks are less expensive to replace then struts.
a car can potentially have both shocks and struts. I don't know how common this is, but a car could have shocks in the front and struts in the back or vice versa. that is, depending on the combination, a car could have both, but I have never seen this.
struts
Many people confuse car struts and car shocks. While car shocks prevent passengers from feeling the jostle of a drive, car struts support the physical weight of the car.
It could.
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A 1988 Lincoln Towncar has shocks in the front.
My car doesn't rock. If it did it would probably be from worn out shocks and struts.
Your shocks/struts are worn out, time to replace them.
Yes, you can still drive your car with bad rear shocks or struts, but it is not advisable. Worn shocks or struts can lead to poor handling, increased stopping distances, and a rough ride, making driving less safe. Additionally, they can cause further damage to other suspension components and tires over time. It's best to have them inspected and replaced as soon as possible for optimal vehicle performance and safety.
shocks,struts,springs.
Bad shocks or struts is one possibility.