Wheel Alignment That Keeps Your Ride Straight & Smooth!

Getting your vehicle wheels aligned is the process of ensuring that they are set to the optimum position, as per the car manufacturer’s specifications. The process involves checking the direction and angle of the wheels and it is an important part of vehicle maintenance. Driving over potholes, speed bumps, or curbs can knock your alignment out.  This can lead to uneven wear on your tires and it could feel like your car is ‘pulling’ to one side.  This in turn can lead to an increase in fuel consumption and premature wear on your tires.

When your alignment is off, your ability to drive safely is compromised. Sometimes with unaligned wheels, you may experience your car pulling to one side of the road or your steering wheel having vibration issues. In some cases, it can be subtle and the driver won’t even notice.

That’s why regular alignment checkups are a must-do. It will also prolong the tire life & other suspension parts to great extent and thereby save your money on unnecessary repairs. If your car alignment feels off – or if it’s simply been a while since you aligned your wheel – come see us at Taiyo CarePoint and our alignment experts will do the necessary adjustments.

Check your wheels on a regular basis for better road holding, safe driving, and saving money on unwarranted repairs.

Wheel Balancing

People often get confused between wheel alignment and wheel balancing. They are completely different. Alignment, or tracking as it’s sometimes called, consists of adjusting the angles of the wheels so that they are as specified by your vehicle manufacturer.

On the other hand, wheel balancing refers to compensation for any weight imbalances in the tire/wheel combination and is often performed in conjunction with wheel alignment. Wheel balancing allows the wheels to spin without causing unnecessary vibration.

Wheel balancing is essential for proper tire care for the same reason as wheel alignment: prevention of premature tread wear. Having wheels aligned and balanced every 5,000 to 8,000 km can help maximize their lifespan and overall performance.