If your steering wheel is slightly crooked when you are driving straight, or your car drifts toward one side of the lane when you loosen your grip, your vehicle may be out of alignment. Alignment refers to the precise angles of your wheels, and even small deviations can cause real problems over time. Hitting a pothole or a curb around Franklin, or simply accumulating normal miles, can gradually knock things out of spec.
The most expensive consequence of poor alignment is uneven tire wear. When your wheels are not pointed correctly, your tires scrub against the road at an angle and wear out far sooner than they should, sometimes in just a few thousand miles. Misalignment also makes your vehicle harder to control, reduces fuel efficiency because the engine works against that drag, and puts extra strain on suspension and steering parts.
The good news is that an alignment is a straightforward, affordable service. At Franklin Automotive, we use precision equipment to measure your wheel angles and bring them back to the manufacturer’s specifications. We will also inspect your tires and suspension for any related wear while we are at it.
Getting an alignment when you buy new tires, after any hard impact, or whenever you notice pulling or uneven wear is one of the smartest ways to protect your investment and improve how your car drives. If your vehicle is not tracking straight and true, bring it by our Franklin shop and let us set it right.
