How Proper Wheel Alignment Enhances Driving Safety

For most people, driving a vehicle is a part of their everyday life. However, very few drivers pay attention to their vehicle's minor mechanical details to promote a successful and safe driving experience. One of the most neglected aspects of vehicle maintenance is wheel alignment. With proper wheel alignment, drivers can improve their overall driving safety, enhance vehicle performance, and extend the life of the tyres on their vehicle. For motorists alike, knowing why alignment requires attention-and how it fits into the overall care of your car-makes a major difference on the road. What is Wheel Alignment? Wheel alignment means adjusting the suspension system of a vehicle - the system that connects a vehicle to its wheels. Wheel alignment does not mean adjusting the tyres or wheels - instead, it is the angles of the tyres and their relationship to the road. There are three angles of wheel alignment: camber (the upward or downward angle of the wheel), toe (the angle at which the ...