Albies Workshop
4-wheel alignment service

Four-wheel alignment is necessary for several reasons:

1. Tire Wear Prevention: Proper wheel alignment helps distribute the vehicle’s weight evenly across all four tires, reducing uneven tire wear. It ensures that the tires make optimal contact with the road, promoting even tread wear and extending tire life.
2. Improved Handling and Steering: Correct wheel alignment enhances the vehicle’s handling and steering response. It helps maintain stability, straight-line tracking, and precise control, providing a smoother and safer driving experience.
3. Fuel Efficiency: Misaligned wheels can cause increased rolling resistance, which leads to decreased fuel efficiency. By aligning the wheels properly, the vehicle rolls more smoothly, reducing unnecessary friction and improving fuel economy.
4. Suspension Component Preservation: Wheel alignment helps preserve the suspension system components, such as shocks, struts, and bushings. Misaligned wheels can put additional stress on these components, leading to premature wear and potential damage.
5. Safety: Properly aligned wheels contribute to safer driving conditions by enhancing vehicle stability and reducing the risk of tire blowouts or unexpected veering.

It is recommended to have a four-wheel alignment performed regularly, typically as part of routine maintenance or when you notice symptoms such as uneven tire wear, steering pulling to one side, or a crooked steering wheel. Book in with Albies Worksop today to schedule a four-wheel alignment to ensure your vehicle’s optimal performance, safety, and longevity.

There are several signs that may indicate your vehicle needs a four-wheel alignment:

1. Uneven Tire Wear: Check your tires regularly for uneven wear patterns. If you notice excessive wear on the inside or outside edges of the tires, it could be a sign of misalignment.
2. Vehicle Pulling to One Side: If your vehicle tends to drift or pull to one side while driving on a straight road, it may be a symptom of improper wheel alignment.
3. Crooked Steering Wheel: When driving straight, your steering wheel should be level and centred. If it is off-centre or tilted to one side, it could indicate misalignment.
4. Vibrations in the Steering Wheel: Misalignment can cause vibrations or shaking sensations in the steering wheel while driving, particularly at higher speeds.
5. Handling Issues: Difficulty in maintaining straight-line stability, excessive body roll during turns, or a feeling of looseness or instability in the handling can be signs of misaligned wheels.
6. Squealing Tires: Improper alignment can lead to increased tire scrubbing, causing the tires to squeal when turning.
7. Recent Suspension or Steering Component Replacement: If you’ve recently had suspension or steering components replaced, it is recommended to have a four-wheel alignment performed to ensure everything is properly aligned.

If you notice any of these signs, it’s advisable to have your vehicle’s alignment checked. At Albies Workshop we can assess the condition of your alignment and perform adjustments if necessary, helping to improve tire longevity, fuel efficiency, and overall driving performance.

The duration of a 4-wheel alignment service can vary depending on various factors, including the specific vehicle, and the condition of the alignment. However, on average, a 4-wheel alignment service can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

It’s important to note that this is a general estimate, and the actual time required may be influenced by additional factors. For instance, if any adjustments or repairs are needed, or if the alignment is severely out of specification, it may take longer to complete the alignment service.

To get a more accurate time frame for your specific vehicle, it is recommended to book a diagnostic with Albies Worksop so we can provide you with a more precise estimate based on the specific requirements of your vehicle.