The Importance of Wheel Alignment

Thinking About Your Vehicle's Wheel Alignment Schedule

What Is It?

You've heard about wheel alignment, and you know it's important. But do you know exactly what this term means? We'll review just to be sure. Wheel alignment refers to the major suspension angles. These are camber, caster, toe, and thrust. In common language, wheel alignment is the term that covers the relationship between your wheels (one to another), between the wheels and the car body, and the vehicle and the road. It impacts how well your automobile steers and handles. Therefore, it's key to both safety and tire wear. For more information or to schedule your next wheel alignment, count on Pit Stop in Sarasota, Florida.

Perhaps you see the need for wheel alignment but question how frequently you should get one. There are several correct answers. First, getting a routine wheel alignment is good to ensure the proper angles. Many people suggest a range of once every six months to one year, but it depends on how much you drive and the conditions under which you operate your car. If you drive a lot of miles or travel over grueling surfaces frequently, you'll need a wheel alignment more often than some other drivers. Our team will be happy to help you find a routine schedule right for you. Another time for a wheel alignment is when you're purchasing a new set of tires. This best practice ensures your vehicle is ready for the tires and won't begin causing them to wear improperly from the beginning. Finally, consider getting a wheel alignment if you've experienced a negative driving event. This could mean that you had a hard encounter with a curb (jumped it at a rapid rate of speed), fell into a crater (aka the bad pothole at the end of your street), or were involved in a traffic accident.

Pit Stop can help you with your next wheel alignment regardless of the issue. Our experienced family-led team has been helping drivers in this area since 1997. What's more, we've earned a solid reputation for our quality and integrity, so you can feel confident that we're always recommending exactly and only the services you need.