If it’s been a while since you last had your car’s wheels aligned, it might surprise you just when you should probably be getting a wheel alignment. Choisser Automotive Services has these tips for you to help you remember when it’s a good idea to at least get your car’s alignment checked.
You’ve Put New Suspension Parts In
Your car’s wheels are part of the suspension system. So, when you make changes to the suspension, even small changes, that may have an impact on wheel alignment. Likewise, if your wheels are extremely out of alignment, that can put stress on those new suspension parts and that’s not something you need. Protect the investment of that new part and just make sure all is well.
You Got New Tires
If you’re getting new tires, you definitely want to make sure that you give them the best start possible. That means getting the wheels balanced and ensuring that they’re properly aligned. Doing this every time you get new tires helps to make sure that the tread wears evenly, which is a huge key to making sure that your tires last as long as possible.
You’re Noticing the Car Pulls While Driving
When your wheels are out of alignment, there are some clues that can let you know. One big clue is that your car is pulling to one side or to the other as you’re driving. That pull usually gets stronger as you go faster, too. Seriously misaligned wheels can cause you to have significant trouble controlling the car, which becomes a big safety issue.
You’ve Been in an Accident
Whether you’ve been in a fender bender that did only a tiny bit of damage or you were in a bigger accident, it’s vital to get your alignment checked. It doesn’t take much at all to knock your car’s wheels out of alignment. If you’ve been in even a small accident, take the time to get your alignment at least checked. That can save you repairs down the line that you might have been able to avoid simply by making sure everything was alright after the accident.
Ready to get your wheels aligned? Contact us today at Choisser Automotive Services in Davidsonville, MD to set up an appointment. We’ll use our state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to assess your car’s wheel alignment and let you know what your car needs. You’ll be back on the road in no time.