Posted on 12/8/2025
When an engine starts to shake, you feel it in the seat, steering wheel, or even through the floor. Sometimes it shows up only at stoplights, other times it gets worse as you accelerate or brake. That shaky feeling is more than an annoyance; it is usually a sign that something in your vehicle needs attention. It is important to address it before it becomes a bigger repair. 1. Worn or Broken Engine or Transmission Mounts The engine and transmission are mounted to the vehicle using rubber insulators molded into metal brackets. There is actually no metal to metal connection between the engine, transmission and differential and the frame of the vehicle. The part of the mount that is attached to the engine is completely suspended in rubber within the engine mount. The metal provides the structure while the rubber between absorbs vibrations and shocks from putting the car in gear, hitting bumps, and hard acceleration or braking. The engine mou ... read more