Unfortunately, many drivers don’t understand why wheel alignment is important. Misalignment issues are more damaging than most drivers know and they don’t always show up until some type of damage has already taken place. Alignment issues can develop over time, but they’re more likely to be caused by a specific incident, no matter how minor.
What does it mean when your wheels are out of alignment? Simply stated, the tires of your vehicle are not pointing in the same direction as the steering wheel. A wheel out of alignment significantly increases the wear and tear on your tires together with the components of your vehicle’s suspension system.
If your vehicle is out of alignment, you may experience one or more of the problems below as you drive down the road:
- Vibrating felt in the steering and seat.
- Uneven tread wear on the tires.
- Increased fuel consumption.
- Vehicle pulling to the left or right.
- A Steering wheel is crooked while driving straight or it feels loose.
- Treadwear is reduced;
- Your vehicle will be safer to drive because it will respond better and ride smoother;
- Wheels point in the same direction as the steering wheel, which means you are driving straight;
- Fuel economy is improved, saving you money at the pump, and
- Prevents damage to the steering and suspension components.
Be a safe driver and have the car alignment inspected at least every 10,000 miles, or at every other oil change. A car alignment service is much more cost-effective than paying for a new set of tires or replacing shocks!
Do you want to know more about why wheel alignment is important? Call our ASE Certified Technicians at Gary’s Quality Automotive for more information about our car alignment services and to make an appointment. Our auto repair shop proudly serves vehicle owners in Grand Island, NE, Wood River, NE, and Doniphan, NE.
