A car mechanic checking wheel alignment

5 Signs that Your Car Wheels are Misaligned

What are the Signs of a Bad Wheel Alignment? 

Does your car pull to one side while driving? Are you noticing a sudden decrease in your car’s fuel efficiency? These are tell-tale signs that your car wheels are misaligned. Most drivers don’t understand the importance of proper wheel alignment. So, how do you know when your car needs wheel alignments? In this Motors Northwest blog post, we have listed the signs of a bad wheel alignment. Keep reading! 

Signs of a Bad Wheels Alignment 

  • Uneven or rapid tire wear  
  • Pulling to the Left or Right 
  • Vibrating Steering Wheel 
  • Tire Squealing 
  • Steering Hesitation 

Benefits of Getting Your Car’s Wheel Aligned 

  • Performs better and more efficiently 
  • Increases the lifespan of your tires 
  • Improves the safety of everyone inside it 
  • Reduces expensive services and repairs 
  • Experiences smoother driving 

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How to Fix the Alignment on a Car Yourself 

How Often Should Wheel Alignments Be Done by Experts? 

There is no such time frame within which the wheel alignment needs to be done. However, it is advisable to get it aligned every two years by experts. You can get a wheel alignment done during your vehicle’s oil change. 

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