Running over potholes is sometimes unavoidable, especially when you’re driving at high speeds or in the dark. Even so, here are some quick tips you can use to avoid those pesky little holes in the ground and the damage they cause: Drive the speed limit. Your risk of hitting potholes increases once you’re speeding. Try to go the posted limit so you can see a pothole and get out of the way. Maintain good tire pressure. Low pressure makes your tires more likely to get punctured or have problems after running over a pothole. Periodically check your tire pressure and pay attention to the TPMS light on your dashboard. Keep your distance from other cars. If you’re following a car closely, you might not be able to see the pothole it just went over. Try to widen your distance so you can avoid going over bumps or holes. Slow down before hitting the pothole. If you spot a pothole but can’t avoid it, try slowing down to lessen the impact of hitting it. Grange recommends braking first and then coasting over it to protect your car from damage.