Feel like your car’s not quite right? It’s probably time to get your wheel alignment checked.
Wheel alignment is the process of adjusting the angles of your car’s wheels so they are set correctly relative to each other and the road.
Checking your wheel alignment isn’t just a minor maintenance task—it’s the secret to a smooth, efficient ride. It ensures your car moves exactly where you steer it. If you ignore it, your car will use more fuel, burn more oil, and the engine won’t work as well as it is supposed to.
What Causes Wheel Alignment Problems?
Wheel alignment problems can happen when your car hits bumps or obstacles like potholes, uncovered manholes, or high curbs at high speeds. Even if you don’t hear any strange noises after, your wheels might still be misaligned. It’s important to get your alignment checked after such impacts to keep your car safe and running well.
Over time, normal driving can also affect your wheel alignment. This is why regular checks are necessary because the alignment angles set by the car’s manufacturer can change as you drive.
When to get a wheel alignment check
- If your vehicle pulls to one side while driving.
- If your tyres show uneven wear, despite being installed at the same time.
- After fitting new tyres.
- Regularly, approximately after driving every 10,000 kilometres.
- After any suspension-related work has been performed on your vehicle.
At The Wheel has fitment centres across Dar es Salaam with multiple locations, great products, and expert services. Bring your car in for a wheel alignment inspection and learn more about improving it. Give us a call today.