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Traffic Nov 9, 2026, 5:52 pm Martinsville, Henry County, and the core Southside Virginia desk

— Well, the intersection in front of McDonald's at Bassett Forks may be new and improved, but apparently...

— Well, the intersection in front of McDonald's at Bassett Forks may be new and improved, but apparently not everyone is loving the upgrade.

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— Well, the intersection in front of McDonald's at Bassett Forks may be new and improved, but apparently not everyone is loving the upgrade.

Drivers are voicing complaints about the redesigned intersection, with reports of vehicles suffering tire and wheel damage while navigating the area.

What was supposed to be an improvement has some motorists wondering whether they need a new set of tires, a front-end alignment or a second mortgage before making the turn.

The intersection has quickly become a topic of conversation among drivers who say navigating the new layout is proving to be anything but smooth.

Of course, road improvements are supposed to make things safer and easier for motorists, not send them shopping for replacement wheels.

Whether the problem involves the design, pavement elevations or simply how vehicles are being forced to navigate the intersection remains to be seen.

One thing is certain: drivers are noticing!

Have you had problems with the new intersection at Bassett Forks? Have you damaged a tire or wheel? - Wheel picture Cunningham Tire

Original Facebook source: Open post

Source note: Star News TV · Nov 9, 2026 4:55 PM.

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