Your shock absorbers are critical safety components in your car and can be classified into two basic types:
1. Standalone shocks that attach to the vehicle suspension and frame
2. Shock-absorber cartridges that are integrated into a suspension strut
Some cars have struts in the front and individual shocks in the rear.
The Purpose of Shock Absorbers
Shock absorbers limit overall vehicle body movement, or sway. They support the springs in your car, ensuring they don’t rebound on impact over rough surfaces. In this way, they absorb and level out jolts in your vehicle. They also do the job of keeping your tires in contact with the road at all times.