What Exactly is a Two-Wheel Alignment?

When a Volkswagen is at the factory, technicians use specialized equipment to align all of the tires before they leave the factory. This means that each of them is positioned correctly in relation to the others and angled in the manner prescribed by the vehicle’s designers. This position can change, however, as the vehicle is driven. Potholes, parking curbs, and rough roads will jar the tires out of alignment. When your Volkswagen starts pulling to one side, you’ll know that it needs to be aligned. If not taken care of, this can lead to safety issues.

Regular Alignments are Important

As the vehicle starts to pull to one side while being driven, the driver will overcompensate to straighten the vehicle’s path. This can cause numerous problems. Your tires will start to develop uneven wear patterns and may even start to bulge in the sidewalls. Getting an alignment can solve this issue and extend the life of the tires. Many of our technicians will also recommend that you rotate the tires at the same time as doing an alignment. It’s a quick procedure that will enhance your vehicle’s performance.

Don’t Put an Alignment Off

When a vehicle needs an alignment, you should bring it in. The alignment problem only gets worse over time and can become a safety issue. As the tires wear out, you are at risk of having a blowout. Also, a misaligned vehicle puts undue stress on the CV joint and axles causing future problems.