Your vehicle’s wheels go through a lot, so it’s important to have regular maintenance done to keep them in the best possible condition.
Getting your tyres changed whenever they begin to show signs of wear is important, but it’s also recommended that you get a wheel alignment for your vehicle.
This means that all of the parts that make up your vehicle’s steering and suspension are all perfectly aligned. This alignment happens when your car first rolls off the production line but can be damaged through continuous use.
Vehicles with less-than-perfect alignment will typically lead to increased tyre wear, so having your wheels aligned is important. But the question remains: should you get a wheel alignment before new tyres or after?
When is the best time to get a wheel alignment?
There’s no clear consensus on whether you should get a wheel alignment before new tyres or after.
While many experts believe that worn tyres can have a negative effect on your alignment, others state that any effect they would have would be negligible.
The only effect that worn tyres are likely to have is on the vehicle’s ride height, which is unlikely to have a huge impact on the alignment due to modern steering and suspension design.
This means that it ultimately doesn’t make a big difference whether you get a wheel alignment before or after getting new tyres.
What else can affect tyre wear?
While your vehicle’s wheel alignment can have a big effect on how your tyres wear, it’s not the only factor to take into consideration.
Worn or damaged steering and suspension parts, such as springs, shocks or struts, can also lead to increased tyre wear, so it’s worth having your vehicle’s steering and suspension inspected before you consider a wheel alignment or new tyres.
Grip Tyres & Wheels is the one-stop shop for tyres and wheel alignment in Wellington.
Whether you want a wheel alignment, new tyres installed or you’re looking for a certified technician to inspect your vehicle’s steering and suspension, visit us today to learn more about what we can offer you.
