Tyre & Wheel Balancing

One of the more common questions that we get asked is if wheel balancing and wheel alignment are two terms used to describe the same thing. After all, they sound very similar and both aid the long term health of your tyres.

Balancing and alignment are two different practices. Balancing addresses the distribution of weight around the wheel and alignment looks at the position of the wheels in relation to the road and each other.

How do I know if my car needs new tyres?

Some common indicators of tyre problems include:

• Low tyre tread depth
• Been a while since last replaced
• Shakey drive
• Steering squeaks, whines and other unusual noises
• Tyre cracks
• Bulges and blisters appear in tyres
• Holes within the tyre tread