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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND TIRE ROTATION?

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND TIRE ROTATION?

A crucial component of safe driving is tire safety. Consider arranging a tire service to check that everything is well if you experience jiggling while driving, especially after hitting a sizable pothole.

Our mechanics typically ask you if you want a tire rotation or wheel alignment whenever you come for tire service. Additionally, you can become perplexed if you are unfamiliar with the vocabulary used in automotive repair. Read on to learn more about the distinction between tire rotation and wheel alignment to help clarify things and ensure you get the proper tire service.

Why Rotate Your Tires (Tire/Wheel Balancing)?

If you feel your car pulling to the right or left, this could mean you need the tires rotated. Tire rotation, often known as tire or wheel balance, entails shifting tires from one position or side to another to guarantee even wear.

Tires on your car typically deteriorate as you drive because they are the point of contact with the road. Because there are differences in each tire’s level of friction, tires usually wear unevenly. Unequal tire wear can also be caused by uneven weight distribution.

Regular tire rotation is necessary to guarantee even wear.

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND TIRE ROTATION?
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND TIRE ROTATION?

Wheel Alignment: What Is It? 

You may require wheel alignment services to fix your car if it consistently drifts to one side while driving straight. The act of straightening your car’s front tires to ensure they perfectly align with the back tires and steering can be called wheel alignment. Your automobile may experience wheel alignment problems if it runs over a large pothole while you’re traveling. Unaligned wheels can cause uneven tire wear, tire movement, and performance and steering problems if they are not fixed immediately. 

After discovering the problem, wheel alignments should be performed as quickly as feasible. 

Conclusion 

Rotating your tires can reduce tire wear and improve fuel efficiency. Still, if your wheels are out of alignment, you should correct them right away since, if left neglected, they can seriously harm your car. 

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