‘That’s pretty bad’: 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee hits a pot hole. Mechanic can’t believe the damage

Potholes are a hazard on many American roadways. According to the 2021 Infrastructure Report Card by the American Society of Civil Engineers, about 40% of the country’s roads are in poor condition. Much of that decay is attributable to a lack of upkeep, weather events, and the sheer amount of roads in the country that require maintenance.

Road damage is dangerous for a few reasons. First, if one is driving on a poorly maintained road at a high speed, one may hit a bump or pothole. This...