Car or Van Misalignment can increase fuel consumption by 3 – 3.5%.In its most basic form, a wheel alignment consists of adjusting the angles of the wheels so that they are perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other. Wheel alignment is very important to ensuring your tyres do not wear prematurely. A proper alignment also means less wear and tear on steering/suspension components. When a vehicles alignment is out of manufacturer recommended specification, it can cause the vehicle to drift/float or pull in different directions. This is unsafe for you and the vehicle.
Causes of Misalignment
- Driving through potholes
- Travelling over speed bumps
- Riding up kerbs
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Types of Alignment Issues
The process of wheel alignment encompasses three elements that require monitoring and adjusting to ensure correct alignment on your vehicle.
Toe Alignment
Toe is a measurement of how much a pair of wheels are turned in or out from a straight-ahead position. You will feel your vehicle ‘pulling’ to one side if the toe alignment is out.
Camber Alignment
Camber is the vertical tilt of the wheel If the camber is out of alignment it will cause the tyre tread to wear excessively on one edge or cause your vehicle to pull to one side.
Camber misalignment may not be adjustable on all vans. If it is out on these vehicles it may indicate that something is worn or bent and should be inspected more closely
Caster Alignment
Caster alignment is the angle of the steering pivot when viewed from the side of the vehicle. Caster has little affect on tyre wear, but it affects steering stability. If the caster is out of adjustment, it can cause problems in straight line tracking
An accurate alignment also provides safe and predictable vehicle control and road holding alongside a smoother and more comfortable ride. You can count on us to make sure that your van tyres are running on the correct path.
We always recommend an alignment with new tyre installation to ensure proper performance of your purchase.