Why you need an alignment yearly at the minimum
Billy Cadaing • March 18, 2025
why alignment is important?
At 17th Street Automotive, we emphasize the importance of regular wheel alignments for your vehicle’s overall performance, safety, and longevity. Here’s why:
1. Extends Tire Life & Ensures Even Wear
Misaligned wheels cause uneven tire wear, leading to premature replacement. An alignment ensures your tires make proper contact with the road, maximizing tread life and saving you money in the long run.
2. Improves Vehicle Stability & Driveability
A properly aligned vehicle handles better, reducing steering pull and ensuring a smooth, controlled ride. Whether you're navigating city streets or highways, alignment enhances driving comfort and response.
3. Protects Against Suspension & Steering Damage
Misalignment puts extra stress on suspension and steering components, leading to faster wear and costly repairs. Routine alignments help maintain these systems, improving overall vehicle longevity.
4. Required for Road Hazard & Tire Warranties
Many tire manufacturers require proof of regular alignments to keep road hazard and mileage warranties valid. Without proper alignment, you risk voiding your tire warranty due to uneven wear.
5. Essential After Suspension Repairs & Modifications
Any time a suspension component is replaced—such as shocks, struts, control arms, or tie rods—an alignment is necessary. These parts affect wheel angles, and failing to align them correctly can cause poor handling, steering drift, or rapid tire wear.
6. Crucial for ADAS Calibration (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
Modern vehicles with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)—including lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic emergency braking—rely on precise sensor alignment.
A wheel alignment is often required after suspension work to ensure ADAS cameras and radar systems function correctly, as even a slight misalignment can impact their accuracy and safety features.
How Often Should You Get an Alignment?
We recommend a wheel alignment at least once a year or:
✅ Every 10,000 – 15,000 miles (or per manufacturer recommendations)
✅ After hitting a major pothole or curb
✅ If your vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is off-center
✅ After replacing tires, suspension, or steering components
✅ Following any collision or significant undercarriage impact
At 17th Street Automotive, our ASE-certified technicians use state-of-the-art alignment equipment to ensure your vehicle meets factory specifications. Stay safe, extend the life of your tires, and maintain your vehicle’s performance—schedule your alignment today! 🚗🔧
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