You may have heard that it is bad to go over speed bumps fast, but how can that possibly be true?

A speed bump is designed to slow vehicles down, and hitting one at speed is like hitting a hammer against the car.

Even though cars are made to take a lot of abuse while driving, frequent hard hits are bad for the parts. Going over speed bumps at a slow pace is key to keeping your car free from damages.

6' Economy Recycled Rubber Heavy Duty Speed Bump

6′ Economy Recycled Rubber Heavy Duty Speed Bump

Recycled Rubber Speed Hump - Yellow / Black Single Lane or Double Lane

Recycled Rubber Speed Hump – Yellow / Black Single Lane or Double Lane

Premium Reclycled Rubber Safety-Striped Speed Hump - Reflective Rubber

Premium Reclycled Rubber Safety-Striped Speed Hump – Reflective Rubber

Removable Speed bumpers

Heavy Duty Rubber Speed Hump – Yellow / Black – Low Profile Speed Bump

Is it bad to go over speed bumps fast?

Despite what many people think, going over speed bumps fast is not recommended. There are several reasons why it’s bad to drive over speed bumps to fast.

You may be surprised to learn that speed bumps can damage your car severely if driving over it to quickly. If you’re not careful, you could cause major damage to your tires, steering, and exhaust system.

Also, if you hit a speed bump at a high enough velocity, you can cause significant damage to your underside and suspension components. Which can result in costly repairs. If you don’t pay attention to speed bumps, you could cause many issues such as:

  • Damage on tires
  • Car body damage
  • Affected suspension

Going over speed bumps at high speeds will ruin your tires. They will push out from under you and cause you to lose contact with the road. Your tires won’t be able to absorb the impact of these jolts while traveling extremely fast. You’ll end up with a ruined vehicle! And if you’re without skid plates, you’re more susceptible to damage to these parts.

In addition to causing damage to your vehicle, it can also lead to a damaged suspension and loose parts. In fact, a broken shock can cause your tires to lose contact with the road, and this can compromise the safety of your vehicle.

The end result are not pretty, so it’s better to avoid hitting a speed bump while traveling at high speeds. When going over a speed bump, you have to be very careful. Aside from damaging your car, you can also endanger other drivers and pedestrians.

That’s why it’s important to avoid bumps at all costs. This way, you’ll avoid causing an accident or a blowout. If you’re not careful, you’ll end up with a smashed front end or damaged tires.

6’ Economy Recycled Rubber Heavy Duty Speed Bump
SKU Description Length Height Width Weight
SB206FT 6 Ft Speed Bump (1) 6′ Section With no End Caps 72″ 2″ 12″ 48.40
SB207FT 7 Ft Speed Bump (1) 6′ Section + (2) End Caps 86″ 2″ 12″ 55.40
SB213FT Single Lane 12 Ft Speed Bump (2) 6′ Section With no End Caps 144″ 2″ 12″ 96.80
SB219FT Double lane 19 Ft Speed Bump (3) 6′ Section + (2) End Caps 230″ 2″ 12″ 152.20
SB225FT 25 Ft Speed Bump (4) 6′ Section + (2) End Caps 302″ 2″ 12″ 200.60
SB2ECAP End cap 7′ 2′ 12′ 3.50
Premium Recycled Rubber Safety-Striped 
SKU Description Length Height Width Weight
SB3039I 39″ Speed Bump (1) 39″ Section With no End Caps 39″ 2″ 13.7″ 36.20
SB3117I 117″ Single Lane Speed Bump (3) 39″ Sections With no End Caps 117″ 2″ 13.7″ 108.60
SB3137I 137″ Single Lane Speed Bump (3) 39″ Sections + (2) End Caps 137″ 2″ 13.7″ 124.20
SB3234I 234″ Double lane Speed Bump (6) 39″ Sections With no End Caps 234″ 2″ 13.7″ 217.20
SB3254I-2 254″ Double Lane Speed Bump (6) 39″ Sections + (2) End Caps 254″ 2″ 13.7″ 232.80
SB3ECAP-2 End cap 10″ 2″ 13.7″ 7.80
Recycled Rubber Speed Hump
SKU Description Length Height Width Weight
SH1018I 18.75″ Speed Bump (1) 18.75″ Section with no End Caps 18.75″ 1.25″ 2″ 22.20
SH1112I 112.5″ Single Lane Speed Bump (6) 18.75″ Sections with no End Caps 112.5″ 1.25″ 2″ 133.20
SH1128I 10 Ft Single Lane Speed Bump (6) 18.75″ Sections + (2) End Caps 128.5 1.25″ 2″ 148.80
SH1225I 225″ Double Lane Speed Bump (12) 18.75″ Sections with no End Caps 225″ 1.25″ 2″ 266.40
SH1241I 20 Ft Double Lane Speed Bump (12) 18.75″ Sections + (2) End Caps 241″ 1.25″ 2″ 282.00
SH1ECAL LEFT End Cap 8″ 1.25″ 2′ 7.80
SH1ECAR RIGHT End Cap 8″ 1.25″ 2′ 7.80
Heavy Duty Rubber Speed Hump
SKU Description Length Height Width Weight
SH2019I 19.75″ Speed Bump (1) 19.75″ Section With no End Caps 19.75″ 2″ 3″ 48.00
SH2121I 10 Ft Single Lane Speed Bump (5) 19.75″ Sections + (2) End Caps 121.75″ 2″ 3″ 273.00
SH2240I 20 Ft Double Lane Speed Bump (11) 19.75″ + (2) End Caps 240″ 2″ 3″ 561.00
SH2ECAL LEFT End cap 11.5″ 2″ 3′ 16.00
SH2ECAR RIGHT End cap 11.5″ 2″ 3′ 16.00