Wheel alignment concerns the geometry and position of the wheels. Pulling, an off-centre steering wheel or uneven tyre wear can be reasons to arrange a check, although those symptoms can also have other causes.
Alignment is about the wheel angles and geometry specified for the vehicle. If those relationships are out of tolerance, tyre wear and handling can be affected.
Pulling can have several causes, but alignment may be one area to inspect.
Wear patterns can relate to alignment, tyre pressure, suspension or other factors.
A steering wheel that does not sit as expected can justify further checking.
Handling concerns should be assessed rather than diagnosed from the webpage.
Road impacts, worn components and changes in suspension geometry can all be relevant. The correct diagnosis depends on the vehicle, which is why an inspection matters.
Suspension and repair support →Alignment: wheel geometry.
Balancing: weight distribution in the rotating wheel/tyre assembly.
Compare Wheel BalancingFor Sandy motorists noticing pulling, steering-position concerns or uneven tyre wear, AOT provides a local route to discuss whether an alignment check is appropriate.
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Road impacts, suspension wear and geometry changes can all be relevant. Inspection is needed to understand the specific vehicle.
Incorrect alignment can contribute to uneven wear, but wear patterns may have other causes too.
No. Alignment concerns wheel geometry, while balancing concerns weight distribution in the rotating wheel-and-tyre assembly.
No. Vehicle pulling can have several causes, so a professional check is more useful than remote diagnosis.
This page does not make unverified equipment or four-wheel-alignment claims. Contact AOT to confirm the appropriate service for your vehicle.
Describe the steering, handling or wear concern and contact AOT to discuss whether an alignment check is the right next step.
