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Will a lowered suspension make my Ford Explorer safer to drive?
I am considering buying a used Ford Explorer Sport, but it is a taller vehicle than I am used to driving. Will having a lowered suspension make it safer to drive?
Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Going from a car to driving an SUV is a big change. Having a lowered suspension on your
Ford Explorer Sport
can make it safer to driver. Here are some of the advantages of a lowered vehicle:- Less risk of rolling
- Improved traction
- Better handling
- Cool look
However, there are some disadvantages as well:
- Bumpier ride
- Uneven tire wear
- Expensive
- Voids most warranties
- Not covered by all insurance companies
- Bottoms out on speed bumps
If you decide to have your
Ford
lowered, make sure to contact your insurance agent first. Some providers will provide additional coverage for the modification, while others don’t allow vehicles with lowered suspension on their policies. While looking at your coverage, download the
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