How Can I Tell if My Car Needs a Wheel Alignment?
Stay in Control!
A wheel alignment is like giving your vehicle a special check-up to make sure everything is in good working order. It's important for a few reasons, and the experts at Mad Hatter Auto Repair are here to explain them in a quick and simple way.
First, an alignment helps your tires last longer by spreading the weight of your care evenly on all four tires. This menas your tire tread won't get worn out too soon or unevenly.
Second, a wheel alignment makes your car easier to steer and control. That's important for driving safely and not having a car that wobbles its way down the road.
What to Look Out For
There are several signs that indicate your car, truck, or SUV is in need of an alignment, but the most common signs consist of:
- Your tire tread wears out differently on one side versus the other
- Your steering wheel shakes or wiggles
- Your vehicle pulls to one side when you're driving
When you bring your car into one of our shops for an alignment, our mechanics will inspect the angles of your vehicle's wheels and adjust them to make sure they are just right. In addition, it is common for us to take a look at the suspension and other parts like ball joints before we take it on a test drive to confirm everything is working correctly.
Mad Hatter Auto Repair - Local Alignment Experts!
We recommend getting a wheel alignment every two to three years, or whenever you get new tires. If you see any signs of a problem, it's best to get it checked out sooner rather than later. Regular check-ups like this can help your car run well for a long time. A vehicle with the right alignment is less likely to break down or worse, be in an accident. If you haven't had an alignment done in a while, make sure you can adequately maintain control of your vehicle and make an appointment at either our Omaha, NE or Council Bluffs, IA locations. To schedule in Omaha, call 402-330-2286, and for Council Bluffs, call 712-322-7500.