How often should wheels be aligned?

Did you Know?

  1. Vehicle wheel mis-alignment causes irregular wear and reduces tyre life.
  2. Vehicle wheel mis-alignment could cause your vehicle to pull to one side.
  3. Vehicle wheel mis-alignment can cause a vehicle to be unstable when driving.

What is an wheel alignment?

Alignment is the process of adjusting vehicle suspension components to bring the wheels and tyres into specific angles, facilitating optimal vehicle handling, tyre wear, and performance.

What causes alignment to go out of specification?

Heavy impact caused by hitting something, such as a pothole, bumping a curb, or a road accident. Worn parts caused by wear and tear. Over time, parts such as suspension springs can become worn and slack, leading to a shift in the wheel alignment.

How often should alignment be done ?

It is recommended that you do vehicle alignment every 8000 to 10 000km or in the event of sudden impact.