The benefits of wheel alignment
On all vehicles the geometry can move out of alignment, this is commonly known as misalignment. There are several reasons why cars become misaligned:
Through everyday driving, but especially factors such as kerbing, hitting a potholes etc, which can alter it dramatically.
Through worn suspension parts.
It may be that it was wrongly adjusted previously.
Improper alignment is a major cause of premature tyre wear. Over the years, a properly aligned car can add thousands of miles to tyre life.
Fuel consumption reduces as the drag on the tyres (rolling resistance) decreases. Four wheel alignment sets the wheels straight/parallel, which along with correct tyre pressures, minimises the rolling resistance.
By preventing premature tyre wear and forcing the purchase of new tyres, and also by improving fuel economy/ CO2 emissions, it not only reduces the cost of motoring – putting more money in your pocket, but helps the environment too!
Many handling problems can be corrected by four wheel alignment, giving the driver a better and more enjoyable driving experience.
Misalignment will make the car less stable when taking emergency or evasive action. A suspension system inspection is done as part of an alignment procedure, therefore potentially allows worn parts to be spotted before they cause a more costly problem.