During my years at the service counter costumers who purchased tires often asked me, “Do I have to have them balanced?” followed by, “Does it need an alignment too?” I understand why consumers ask ...

Many fleets dread the downtime. But according to Rush Truck Centers, front-end alignments can be done in as little as 90 minutes. Photo: Rush Truck Centers There are always trade-offs when it comes to ...

Alignment is best used as a repair tool, not a diagnostic tool. The tires themselves will tell you when an alignment is needed. Photos: Jim Park Fleets seem to run hot and cold on alignment and ...

Corner balancing. If you've been around racing a little bit, you've surely heard this term before. Or perhaps you've heard NASCAR announcers talk about "wedge," which is basically the same thing.

Tire alignment is a not-so-complicated procedure that simply involves adjusting the wheel angles to ensure they’re perpendicular to the ground or parallel. While the process can be challenging to pull ...

CARS.COM — You may not notice it right away, but as you get behind the wheel of your car more and more, you’ll start to notice that something isn’t quite right. You’re drifting in one direction or ...

Wheel alignment affects more than just how straight your car drives — it’s vital for safety, performance, and extending tire life. From camber, caster, and toe to advanced ADAS calibration, proper ...

If your steering wheel shakes or your car feels a bit bouncy while driving down the road, your vehicle may have tires that are out of balance. If you take a close look at your car’s wheels, you may ...

While maintenance is one of the biggest expenses of any fleet, costs will go even higher without it. Still, some fleets overlook some less frequent maintenance needs to save money in the near term, ...

Finding the sweet spot between performance and comfort isn’t just for track cars—it’s essential for daily drivers too. From coilover setup to wheel alignment and clearance aids, small adjustments can ...

Did you know there are a handful of major tire retailers that offer lifetime alignments? These stores can help ensure the ...