Alignment Near Me

If you’re looking for wheel alignment in PA, you’ve come to the right place. United Tire & Service & Service has 13 convenient tire stores stretched over Southeast PA, and you can schedule alignment with us online easily, or call any one of our friendly service desks!  Wheel alignment plays a critical part in the overall function of your vehicle.

A misalignment can negatively affect your ability to steer your car, shorten the overall lifespan of your tires, and put unnecessary stress on your suspension.  Proper wheel and tire alignment can be an easy preventative to otherwise costly damage to your vehicle. Our team of friendly, trustworthy, and highly trained technicians use a state of the art alignment system to ensure accuracy with every wheel and tire alignment.

What is an alignment? 

Like the soles of your shoes on your feet, your tire tread wears differently on each tire. Each tire undergoes slightly different conditions and wear patterns depending on how you drive. Weight distribution, acceleration or braking, and road conditions all play a factor into how your tire tread is worn down. To even out the wear differences on your tires, they should be rotated around to a new position on your car annually.

A proper alignment consists of re-adjusting the angle of the tires so they are perfectly perpendicular to the ground, and parallel to each other. This crucial maintenance routine ensures your tires are making appropriate contact with the road, ensuring your safety, and the safety of others on the road. Proper tire alignments can help you maximize the lifespan of your tires by avoiding premature wear on your tire tread, saving your money in the long run. 

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How do I know if my tires need to be realigned?

There are a few telltale signs to be aware of that will indicate its time for a tire alignment. 

• Car pulling to the left/right: There is one sure fire way to tell if your car pulls to the right/left.  *CAUTION - PRACTICE IN AN EMPTY LOT WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS*  Driving slowly, around 20 mph, with your hands off the wheel. If your car’s alignment is accurate, your car should continue in a straight line. If your car starts to turn, that's an indication of misalignment. 
• Noticeably uneven wear on tires: Take a look at the tires of your car. If you can visibly see uneven wear, its time for a rotation and alignment! 
• Steering wheel vibrates at high speeds: If you can feel your car or steering wheel shake when your driving at higher speeds, that is an indication of misalignment. 

• Steering wheel not returning to the straight position: When you take a turn, your steering wheel should naturally want to return to the straight position. If your steering wheel does not, or you have to forcibly return it to this position, you should seek out a proper tire alignment. 

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Schedule Tire Alignment Nearest You!

Thank you for choosing United Tire & Service & Service for wheel and tire alignment. Schedule service with us online or call any of our 13 tire shops.