Proper alignment keeps your vehicle driving smoothly and safely for miles to come. Misalignment can cost you more money in the long run by causing your tires to wear faster and can be a major safety hazard. If you know which signs to look out for, you can keep your wheels in alignment and keep cash in your pocket.
Pulling to One Side
When you're behind the wheel, your vehicle should generally
keep straight without your hands guiding the steering wheel. If you notice that
your vehicle is pulling to the left or right, it's a clear sign that your
wheels are not properly aligned.
Crooked Steering Wheel
Along the same lines, having your steering wheel pointing to
the left or right when your vehicle is moving forward on a straight line is a
surefire indicator that you need re-alignment.
Uneven Tire Wear
Regularly doing a visual once-over of your tires is a great way to make sure that you're driving safely. If you notice that your tires don't seem to be wearing evenly, it likely means your wheels are not properly aligned. One thing you can do to help mitigate uneven wear and improve alignment is make sure that all four tires are properly inflated to the levels recommended in your owner's manual.
It's Been a While Since Your Last Alignment
Like oil changes and tire rotations, wheel alignment is something you should have done on a regular basis. Your alignment schedule depends on your vehicle and the manufacturer recommendation, but as a general rule, you'll probably want to have this service performed whenever you visit for regular maintenance for optimal results.
Not sure if you need wheel alignment or another key vehicle service? No problem. Just bring your car into Riverside Ford in Havelock, North Carolina, or schedule your service appointment today. We'll inspect your vehicle and help you correct smaller issues before they become bigger, costly problems.
Contact
Riverside Ford
101 East Main Street
Havelock, NC 28532
- Sales: (833) 779-9974
- Service: (877) 830-4479
- Parts: (877) 769-1012
Hours
- Monday 7:30am-6pm
- Tuesday 7:30am-6pm
- Wednesday 7:30am-6pm
- Thursday 7:30am-6pm
- Friday 7:30am-6pm
- Saturday 7:30am-4pm
- Sunday Closed
Dealership Hours
- Monday 9am-7:30pm
- Tuesday 9am-7:30pm
- Wednesday 9am-7:30pm
- Thursday 9am-7:30pm
- Friday 9am-7:30pm
- Saturday 9am-6pm
- Sunday Closed
Parts Dept. Hours
- Monday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
- Tuesday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
- Wednesday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
- Thursday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
- Friday 7:30AM - 6:00PM
- Saturday 8:00AM - 2:00PM
- Sunday Closed
Service Dept. Hours
- Monday 7:30am-6pm
- Tuesday 7:30am-6pm
- Wednesday 7:30am-6pm
- Thursday 7:30am-6pm
- Friday 7:30am-6pm
- Saturday 7:30am-4pm
- Sunday Closed