Align Your Wheels for Longer-Lasting Tyres
Proper wheel alignment is essential for tyre longevity, fuel efficiency, and driving safety. Checking your car’s alignment regularly—not just when you notice vibrations or pulling—can prevent premature tyre wear and mechanical issues.
Why Wheel Alignment Matters
Misaligned wheels force other wheels to compensate, leading to:
- Steering Pull: Your car veers to one side, requiring constant counter-steering.
- Uneven Tyre Wear: Misalignment causes irregular tread wear, reducing tyre lifespan.
- Potential Mechanical Problems: Extra strain on the suspension and steering system.
How Is Wheel Alignment Done?
At Tiger Wheel & Tyre, our expert technicians check and adjust three critical wheel alignment angles to ensure proper positioning:
- Camber Angle: The tilt of the wheels in relation to the road.
- Toe Angle: Whether the front of the wheels points inward (toe-in) or outward (toe-out).
- Caster Angle: The angle affecting steering returnability and stability.
Recommended Service Interval: Every 10,000 km or at least once a year for optimal performance.
Balance Your Wheels for a Smoother Ride
Over time, tyres naturally wear down unevenly, leading to imbalances that affect handling, comfort, and tyre longevity.
Signs You Need Wheel Balancing:
- Steering wheel vibration at certain speeds.
- Uneven tread wear on your tyres.
- Vehicle pulling to one side.
How Is Wheel Balancing Done?
Our technicians follow a precise process to eliminate weight imbalances:
- Mount tyres onto the rim and inflate them to the correct pressure.
- Install a new valve stem if necessary.
- Use precision balancing machines to detect and correct imbalances.
- Attach balancing weights to distribute weight evenly.
- Recheck the balance before refitting the tyre to your vehicle.
