TIRECRAFT’s Insight: The Importance Of Regular Wheel Alignment

When we think about vehicle maintenance, it’s easy to focus on the obvious tasks, like oil changes, brake checks, or tire rotations. However, there’s one critical aspect of car care that often escapes our attention but is equally essential for a smooth and safe journey, that is wheel alignment. At TIRECRAFT, we believe that regular wheel alignment is a key factor in ensuring your vehicle runs smoothly for the sake of efficiency and safety.

What Is Wheel Alignment?

Wheel alignment, or tire alignment, is done to ensure your tires are pointing in the right direction on your vehicle so they touch the road correctly. This alignment is crucial for a smooth ride and to prevent unnecessary tire wear. When the wheels are not aligned properly, the tires point in different directions, causing uneven wear which in turn makes your vehicle pull to one side. This can be fixed with a simple adjustment to keep everything running smoothly.

When Would You Need A Wheel Alignment?

Your vehicle needs a wheel alignment if:

• You need to constantly steer to keep your vehicle moving straight ahead.
• You recently swapped out your tires for new ones.
• Your vehicle has been in a collision.
• The steering or suspension components like tie rods, control arms, bushings, or the idler arm have been replaced.
• You’ve covered the initial 3,000 kilometres in your new car.
• Your front-wheel-drive vehicle has undergone a trans-axial repair.

When you bring your vehicle for a regular check-up, we urge all our customers to get a wheel alignment done when the time is due. How important is it? Let’s find out!

Handling And Performance

Proper wheel alignment contributes to better handling and overall performance of the vehicle. If the wheels are misaligned, you may experience difficulties steering, a shaky ride, or even experience pulls to one side. These issues not only cause discomfort in driving but also pose safety risks.

Tire Wear

One of the most noticeable effects of poor wheel alignment is uneven tire wear. Misaligned wheels can cause tires to wear out prematurely and unevenly, reducing their lifespan. This not only leads to additional replacement costs but compromises your vehicle’s overall safety and performance which is not something you would want.

Fuel Efficiency

Maintaining fuel efficiency is another reason to get your wheels aligned. Misaligned wheels create additional resistance on the road, forcing your engine to work harder which leads to a decrease in fuel efficiency. To save your hard-earned money at the auto centre make sure to get your wheels aligned when it is scheduled.

At TIRECRAFT, we understand the importance of regular wheel alignment in preserving the performance, safety, and longevity of your vehicle. Just like you prioritize other aspects of your vehicle, make sure to keep a check on the wheels too. Our skilled technicians use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure precise wheel alignment, providing you with peace of mind on the road. Book your appointment with us by using the ‘Find a TIRECRAFT’ tool on a website.

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