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 ...

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 ...

Here’s some food for thought for your next mechanic shop visit. What are the common angles that are adjusted when doing a wheel alignment and why should you care? Correct wheel alignment settings are ...

If your car feels shaky and the steering wheel is vibrating, it may need a wheel alignment. An alignment is an important part of vehicle maintenance that will save you money in the long run. An ...

From the archives: What will happen to your 4x4’s handling if your wheel alignment is off? Mic van Zyl explains. There are three important angles that are measured and adjusted when it comes to wheel ...

Tyres are supposed to spin accurately on their axis otherwise it will cause uneven wear on tyres thus decreasing their life. And during the monsoon, the risk just multiplies. One of the primary ...

Q: I just had new tires installed on my car. The place recommended a wheel alignment and said my new tires would last longer if I had this done. I agreed, then they called me back later and said I ...

Among performance enthusiasts, it's taken for granted that in order to optimize performance with an aftermarket camshaft, it should be "de-greed in," or installed in the engine according to an ...

Amy Fontinelle is a freelance writer, researcher and editor who brings a journalistic approach to personal finance content. Since 2004, she has worked with lenders, real estate agents, consultants, ...