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What is wheel alignment and why does it matter?

Wheel alignment, often called tracking, sets the angle of your wheels so they point exactly where they should. When it is out, your tyres wear faster and your car does not drive as it should.

What alignment actually is

Alignment is about the precise angles of your wheels relative to each other and the road. Even a small error means the tyres scrub as they roll, wearing unevenly and robbing you of grip and fuel economy.

How it goes out

The most common cause is hitting a pothole or kerb, something hard to avoid on local roads. Worn suspension parts can also knock the alignment out over time.

The fix

We check the alignment and adjust it back to where it should be. Combined with new or part worn tyres, it is the best way to make sure your tyres last and your car drives straight and true.

Related service

Wheel Alignment & Tracking

Tracking and wheel alignment to stop uneven tyre wear, pulling and that off-centre steering wheel.

See wheel alignment & tracking

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