Unfortunately, poor road conditions can be your wheels’ worst enemy. Whether you drive down streets that aren’t well-kept, drive through potholes, or accidentally hit a curb; your car’s alignment can be negatively impacted. Since driving a vehicle with improper wheel alignment increases the risk of tire damage and accidents on the road, it’s important for your car to receive regular wheel alignment inspections.
Is it time to get your wheels checked out? Our used car dealership in Pelham encourages you to look out for these five signs of a misalignment:
Check your front tires to see if they have the same tread wear patterns. Then, do the same for the back tires. If they don’t appear to be the same, your wheels are likely misaligned.
If your vehicle pulls sharply to the side, this can be a sign of underinflated tires. However, if your tire pressure is correct and your vehicle still pulls, you should have your wheels inspected promptly by a technician.
Since this is less noticeable than a sharp pull, it can easily go unrecognized. To check if your car has a gentle pull, drive to a vacant parking lot that doesn’t sit at an angle. Then, drive slowly in a straight line and release the steering wheel. If the car drifts to the left or right, it’s time for an alignment.
Although a vibrating steering wheel can be the result of an unbalanced tire, it can also be a symptom that your tires are pulling in opposite directions of each other and need to be realigned.
A wheel misalignment can cause your your steering wheel to become off-center as you drive, therefore making it more difficult to steer. If this is the case, have a mechanic check out your wheels.
The warning signs above are just a few of the symptoms that your car needs a realignment. If you’re experiencing any of these issues, or believe you’re due for a wheel alignment, make your way over to our service center in Pelham! In fact, when you purchase a new set of tires from us, we will gladly provide you with a free alignment!
At Driver’s Way, you can trust that we want the best for your vehicle. If you have any questions about servicing your car or scheduling a wheel alignment, don’t hesitate to contact our service center at (205) 271-6738.