Why Is It Unsafe to Drive on Misaligned Wheels?

Wheel Alignment in Omaha, NE and Council Bluffs, IA

What is Wheel Alignment?

Wheel alignment refers to the relationship of your vehicle's body to the road as well as the relationship of the wheels to one another. It's measured by the major suspension angles: camber, caster, toe, and thrust. Proper wheel alignment is available near you regardless of the make or model you drive. Mad Hatter Auto Repair in Omaha, Nebraska, and Council Bluffs, Iowa, is here to help ensure the best possible alignment for your transportation.

Why is Misalignment Unsafe?

Misaligned wheels are unsafe for multiple reasons. Mad Hatter Auto Repair can assist you with correcting any of these. One issue is traction. Poor wheel alignment reduces the time your tires spend in contact with the road. Haphazard contact, in turn, lessens traction, which can cause your car to skid out of control. Another concern arising from misalignment is premature tire wear. Intermittent contact with the pavement makes some tread spots bald while others still hold usable rubber. Balding tires put you at an increased risk for a blowout that could send your car careening out of control. Because wheel alignment also correlates to steering, you may have more trouble exercising proper control over your path of travel, particularly as you take curves and corners. Poor alignment also stresses other suspension components, including universal joints. If one of these wears to the point of breaking as you drive, it could cause a car crash. Bad wheel alignment is also hazardous to your budget. Replacing prematurely worn tires and damaged suspension components quickly becomes expensive.

How Can Misalignment be Corrected?

When you bring your automobile for wheel alignment, we place it on our alignment rack and use computerized equipment to make the most accurate measurements. If any of the suspension angles are off, our experienced technicians make the necessary adjustments to bring the measurements back within the manufacturer's allowable tolerances. Should underlying damage exist, our team can assist you with a full range of suspension repairs. Examples include replacing damaged shocks/struts, springs, joints, sway bars, linkages, and more. An outstanding three-year/36,000-mile warranty covers our work to protect your repair investment. To have your car checked or address a recognized problem, bring it to Mad Hatter Auto Repair for wheel alignment.