Killeen AUTO REPAIR

Wheel Alignment

Performing a wheel alignment is crucial for several reasons:

1. Optimal Handling: Proper wheel alignment ensures that your vehicle handles as it should. Misaligned wheels can cause the vehicle to pull to one side, affecting steering response and making it more challenging to control, especially in emergency situations.

2. Tire Wear: Misaligned wheels can cause uneven tire wear. This uneven wear not only reduces the lifespan of your tires but also compromises their performance and safety. By aligning your wheels correctly, you can extend the life of your tires and ensure they wear evenly.

3. Fuel Efficiency: Misaligned wheels can increase rolling resistance, requiring your vehicle's engine to work harder to maintain speed. This increased workload can lead to decreased fuel efficiency and higher fuel consumption. Proper wheel alignment helps reduce rolling resistance, improving fuel efficiency and saving you money at the pump.

4. Safety: A properly aligned vehicle is safer to drive. It responds predictably to steering inputs, maintains stability during maneuvers, and reduces the risk of accidents, especially in challenging driving conditions.

5. Suspension Component Longevity: Misaligned wheels can put additional stress on your vehicle's suspension components, such as struts, shocks, and ball joints. Over time, this increased stress can lead to premature wear and potentially costly repairs. By maintaining proper wheel alignment, you can help prolong the life of your suspension components and reduce the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns.

6. Driver Comfort: Misaligned wheels can cause steering wheel shimmy, making for an uncomfortable driving experience. Proper wheel alignment eliminates these issues, providing a smoother, more comfortable ride for you and your passengers.