Why Wheel Alignment is Important for Your Tyres

Wheel alignment is the method of aligning your vehicle’s wheels so that they are parallel to each other. Correct wheel alignment should be configured to the required optimum. This is outlined in your vehicle’s manufacturer’s specification. Alignment problems can result in misaligned and irregular tyre wear. This can affect the handling of your vehicle when manoeuvring and steering. If your vehicle is pulling to one side or your tyres are worn, we recommend a free alignment inspection. It will help prolong the life of your tyres and to maximise fuel efficiency.

How to tell if yours is off?

• Uneven tyre wear
• Pulling to the left or right
• Crooked steering wheel while driving straight

 

How wheel alignment can be thrown off

• Hitting a curb
• Potholes
• Uneven Roads

Hitting a curb, driving over speed bumps or a pothole in the road may be forgotten. However, this can consequently cause alignment problems. Excessive wear to steering or suspension components can also cause incorrect wheel alignment. With correct wheel alignment, it will help your tyres last longer. It will also make your vehicle drive more smoothly and keep your wheels positioned in the correct direction.  As well as also helping your fuel consumption! To minimise the risk of misaligned tyres, book an alignment inspection at your local Express Fit Autocentre. You can either book online, or ring your local branch to book in or get a free check!