Expert Tips for Maintaining Proper Wheel Alignment | Germantown, MD | Precision Auto

Understanding the Importance of Wheel Alignment

Everything You Need to Know

How Misaligned Wheels Can Affect Your Car's Performance and Safety

When your car pulls to one side or the other, or you notice your steering wheel is no longer straight, your vehicle may need an alignment. Whether you choose a two or four-wheel alignment for your car depends on what you want your mechanic to do to your vehicle.

Expert Tips for Maintaining Proper Wheel Alignment

When getting a wheel alignment for your car, our team will consider the camber, toe, and caster of all wheels. A two-wheel alignment only deals with the tires on the one axle of the car. They are also called front end alignments, and the term may be used interchangeably. Sometimes, a technician sets the alignment on the individual tires and logs the front tires. With the in the rear. In a four-wheel alignment, the technician will adjust all four tires independently. Each wheel is aligned so the camber, toe, and caster are aligned individually. When your wheels are aligned, you will find that your car handles better, brakes more steadily and performs better overall. Remember that the technician doesn't manipulate the tires during an alignment as they would during a tire balancing. It is actually the steering and suspension systems that are adjusted to wheel alignment.

Choose Precision Auto

If your alignment needs adjustment, bring your vehicle to us at Precision Auto in Germantown, MD. Our ASE-certified technicians can put their state-of-the-art equipment to work for you. Misaligned wheels put your safety and your family at risk and cause premature tire wear, costing you money in the long run. Your alignment can be out of whack if you hit a big pothole and strike the curb along your road. As soon as you notice any signs of misalignment, it's best to get your car fixed as soon as possible. Doing so will cost you time and money when the problem gets worse. If you need an alignment our team will be there for you. You can call us to start the process if you need two or four-wheel alignment. Use our after-hours drop-off or contact us right away. And remember, we offer a 24-month/24,000-mile parts and labor warranty.

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