IMPORTANCE OF WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Most people don't realize the importance of proper wheel alignment on our cars. they think that nothing much happens to their tyres other than an occasional puncture. It is very important that we regularly get our wheels aligned, it should be done as often as we get the car serviced.

Wheel alignment is making sure that the wheels of the car are perpendicular to the road; also, it makes sure that the wheels are parallel to one other.

Save Fuel

When the wheels of the car are not aligned there is uneven pressure on the tyres. They tend to push against each other. When that happens the car faces opposing friction and much more resistance from the road surface and causes the tyres to wear out un-uniformly and faster This means that your car has to work that much harder to move forward and more fuel is used than normal.


Cost Of New Tires

lack of alignment cause you to buy tyres often
More resistance to the road surface means more pressure on the rubber of your tyres. That leads to very quick wear and tear on the tyres. It results in the tyre becoming bald on one side.
 Not only is it dangerous to drive on uneven tires, it also means that you have to spend on new tires sooner.

Many of us think that everything is covered in the warranty of the tyre manufacturer. Take the time to read the fine print. No warranty is extended if the tyres are kept in shoddy condition. This is not a manufacturing defect; it is due to poor maintenance of the tyres on our part, and it is not fair to hold them responsible.

Safety
 consider the safety factor too. Have you ever driven a car which pulls itself to one side all the time? This is due to faulty wheel alignment. You probably know how difficult it is to drive on a wet  road even with perfectly aligned wheels. With badly aligned wheels, you are taking risk. money spent once in a while getting your wheels aligned can bring you peace of mind.

Strain On The Car

Having a car with badly aligned wheels also leads to other connected problems. Your brake shaft does not work to optimal levels. The tendency to pull to one side due to uneven tyres causes problems in the steering system. It also leads to uneven braking. Improper wheel alignments or not having your wheels aligned will affect the suspension of your car. The suspension in a car is made up of complicated and delicately balanced parts, and it is important that it should be perfect,

When Should You Get Your Wheels Aligned?

If you find that when your steering is pointing straight forward and the car veers to the right or left, that is an indicator of a necessary wheel alignment. Another indicator is when you find that one tyre is worn more than another.

The thumb rule is that you should get you wheels aligned once every 6000 miles or 6 months, whichever is earlier. You should also get your wheels aligned or at least checked by a professional

Note that wheel alignment is not the same as wheel balancing. Many people think that both are the same. Many tire retailers will tell you that they are the same thing. Wheel balancing is simply adjusting the balance between the tire and the rim. It is important not to get confused between the two.