Question

Why is my car shaking?

If your car's been shaking and vibrating lately while you're driving or when it's on idle, you should get it checked immediately.

Here are the main reasons for your car shaking:

• Over inflated and under-inflated tires
• Engine malfunction
• Faulty wheel bearing, ball joints, or tie rod ends
• Brake rotor issue
• Damage to the brake calipers and pads
• Faulty spark plugs
• Clogged-up air filter
• Low transmission fluid
• Worn out or broken motor mounts

You should be changing your tires every 12,000 to 15,000 miles or every four years if you’re driving a lot. Consider regular car maintenance schedule and check tire pressure at fixed intervals. A quick look under your hood can help you identify and solve this issue.