The mechanics at your Chevy dealer need to perform lots of different services on your car to make sure it remains in good condition. If something small is wrong with it, like if it’s misaligned, then you may start experiencing small issues that gradually become big ones. Getting a regular wheel alignment is important for the health of your tires and the position of your steering wheel,
Alignments Prevent Uneven Tread Wear
When your wheels aren’t aligned, the tires don’t maintain uniform contact with the road. The wheels may tilt inward or outward, meaning one part of your tire makes more contact with the road, and therefore, the tread on that part of the tire wears down faster than the rest. Unevenly worn down tires need to be replaced more frequently than evenly worn ones, and they can also cause problems.
Alignments Prevent Your Vehicle from Pulling
When your wheels aren’t aligned, your car may pull to the left or right while you’re driving. This means you have to focus more while driving to correct the direction your vehicle is going in. It can also be dangerous to other drivers and may make you unintentionally bump against them or the sides of the road. It’s less stressful for you and safer for everybody to make sure your wheels are always aligned.
Alignments Prevent Steering Alignment Issues
When your wheels aren’t aligned, your steering wheel isn’t, either. When you’re overdue to have your wheels aligned, you might notice that your steering wheel is turned to one side even if you’re driving straight. This makes turning more difficult, and it makes it more stressful to try to drive in a straight line.
Alignments Prevent Steering Wheel Vibrations
Your steering wheel might give off some feedback by vibrating when your wheels aren’t aligned. This can be uncomfortable and distracting, so it’s best to get regular alignments to prevent this issue from occurring.
What Do Mechanics Look for to Make Sure Your Wheels Are Aligned?
When you go to get your wheels aligned, the mechanic will actually be working on your vehicle’s suspension system. This is the system that connects the body of your car to the wheels. During the alignment, the angles of the tires are adjusted to make sure they aren’t tilted. Specifically, the mechanic will check on the inward or outward angle of the tires when looked at from the front and above. They’ll also make sure your tires don’t turn inward or outward.
Visit Mike Kelly Chevrolet in Butler, PA to get your wheels aligned regularly. We’ll perform all the maintenance you need to keep your Chevy running perfectly.
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