Larger tyres, spring inserts, air bumpers, spacers and longer springs: five ways to raise ground clearance and what to watch out for.
Many drivers want more ground clearance in winter. MSG Equipment’s blog summarises five ways to get it:
- Larger tyres: the easiest option, though handling and speedometer accuracy may suffer; changing rims too reduces the drawbacks.
- Spring inserts: soft-material inserts can add about 20–25 mm.
- Air bumpers: fitted inside the spring and adjusted by pressure, without removing the suspension.
- Spacers: placed between the strut or spring and the body; professional advice helps pick the right set.
- Longer springs: a lasting but costly solution that also requires new struts.
The article reminds readers that any design change affects how the car behaves.