Wheel Alignment & Tyres.

Does Your Vehicle Need A Wheel Alignment Inspection?
The most common sign or symptom that your vehicle requires wheel alignment is abnormal, uneven or rapid tyre wear but there are also a few more indicators:

• Vehicle drifting or pulling to one side
• Steering wheel off centre when driving straight
• Steering wheel vibration
• Squealing tyres when turning
• Steering wheel not returning easy after turning
• Any repairs carried out to steering or suspension system requires realignment
• Wheel alignment should be carried out annually

What Is Wheel Alignment?
Wheel alignment is the process of checking and adjusting the angle and positioning of your cars wheels to ensure they are within specification as pre set by the vehicle manufacturer.
Correct wheel alignment is extremely important as it ensures that your vehicle is performing at an optimum level for efficiency, ease of driving and most importantly safety.
A four wheel alignment inspection will also act as a health check for you cars steering and suspension systems as the inspection can identify faults and potential future issues
There are also added benefits which are outlined further down the page
What Causes Wheel Misalignment ?

Sudden jarring or heavy impact such as potholes, speed bumps and bumping up and down curbs.

Worn/faulty suspension & steering components.

Accident damage.

Height modification.

Maintenance work.

What Are The Benefits Of Wheel Alignment?

Improved Handling – A vehicle that has misaligned wheels will handle poorly and reduce the ride quality, rectifying this issue will make sure that your vehicles handling, comfort and ride quality are back to how it was designed to be.

Reduced Tyre Wear – A misaligned vehicle will significantly increase the wear and lifespan of the tyres, correcting this will make sure that your not spending out on unnecessary premature tyre replacement.

Fuel Consumption – The rolling resistance of your tyres on the road affects fuel consumption, a correctly aligned vehicle will reduce rolling resistance and therefore increase fuel efficiency.

Safety – A vehicle that has incorrect alignment will handle differently and sometimes difficultly therefore reducing your control of the vehicle. It will also impact on braking distances and control under heavy braking conditions.

Environmental – A correctly aligned vehicle will reduce drag & improve fuel economy and reduce emissions making it better for the environment.

Our Wheel Alignment Process
Upon receiving your vehicle we will carry out our pre alignment check, this will allow us to identify any potential issues that may arise if wheel alignment is carried out such as seized ,worn suspension & steering components which we can then advise you on.

Once we are happy to proceed, our computerised four wheel alignment system will be attached to your vehicle which will measure various positions and angles of your wheels and compare them to the manufacturers specification
We will then adjust accordingly until all the wheels are in the correct specification
You will then receive a printed out report of before and after adjustment readings

What Does it cost for alignment ?
Four Wheel Alignments – from £72 inc VAT
Front Wheel Alignment – from £36 inc VAT
Additional Camber Adjustments – £30 inc VAT
Steering Angle Reset/ recalibration (if required) – £30 inc VAT
Some vehicles will be subject to further charges due to seized or worn bolts which would require extra time although this is usually discussed & advised on the pre-alignment check

TYRES
We supply new tyres in Liverpool from economy to premium brands including high performance, run flats, 4×4 and winter tyres
We keep stock of selected sizes but we can get your size tyre in the same day from our suppliers if we don’t carry it
All of our tyres come inclusive of fitting, balanced & a new valve in the price (not including TPMS Valves)
We also offer puncture repairs from £15 inc VAT

So if you feel like your vehicle is in need of a wheel alignment Liverpool, then be sure to give us a call on 0151 920 7000 or email us at info@srcautomotive.co.uk We will be able to give you all the advice and guidance you need so you are able to keep your vehicle in top condition.