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Did You Check Your Car’s 4-Wheel Alignment?

For some reason, drivers tend to overlook 4-wheel alignment. They know of issues like tires wearing out, brake issues, or mechanical problems, but wheel alignment is rarely considered. That is until they have one of their tires blow out at the side of the road, leaving them with costly repairs, tow services, and even dangerous accidents.

4-wheel alignment is not only one of the most important things to check in your car for the above-mentioned reasons. It is also inexpensive, especially if you take into account all the costs that will come with ignoring 4-wheel alignment.

In this article, we will tell you all the issues you could run into if you overlook your 4-wheel alignment. And if you notice any of these, take your car to the nearest repair shop as soon as possible to get it checked.

The Consequences Of Waiting Too Long

You should get your 4-wheel alignment checked every time you take your vehicle in for regular maintenance. Ignoring your wheel’s alignment can lead to dangerous problems, including:

• Steering issues: When wheels are out of line, they are not facing in the direction necessary for optimal handling. In short, this means that you may try to steer in one direction, but the car pulls in a different one. The more misaligned the wheels are, the less handling you will have on your vehicle.
• Uneven tire wear: In a properly aligned vehicle, all the tires will have even wear in consistent spots. A good alignment will keep your tires in excellent condition for a longer period and make them wear out evenly. When tires wear out unevenly, not only are you forced to change some of the tires more frequently than others, but you also risk that at high speeds one of your most worn-out tires blows out.
• Poor fuel economy: Without a proper 4-wheel alignment your car has to work harder to stay on the road and maintain a consistent speed.  This means that your vehicle will waste more fuel. A good wheel alignment carries over into fuel economy and overall performance.

You could check your tires yourself or notice some steering problems, but it is always better to get an expert eye to look at your 4-wheel alignment.  Trail Tire has been in the business for more than 30 years, and our expert mechanics will check your 4-wheel alignment in no time.

We offer other complementary services if you want a complete check-up on your car such as tire rotation. We also have a vast selection of all major tire brands if you need a new or used set of tires.

The longer you wait to check on your 4-wheel alignment, the more costly it can become. Not to mention the safety issue into which you could run. If you want peace of mind and want to make your vehicle as safe as possible, book an appointment online and we will help you with your alignment.