Every two or three years, or when you get new tires, you should schedule a tire alignment for your car. During this process, your auto mechanic adjusts the angle of the wheels, so they're all pointed in the correct direction and support the vehicle's weight effectively. This has several major benefits for your car, including the following.

Reasons to Schedule Tire Alignment

1. Improved Fuel Efficiency

When your car's wheels are pointed in slightly different directions, some of the energy from your engine is wasted. The two sides of your car pull against one another, instead of both pulling together with their full power. Having the wheels aligned will save you a noticeable amount of money on gas as your car's efficiency is improved.

2. Better Steering

Tires that aren't pointed the correct way or don’t grip the road evenly tend to make your car pull to the left or right. At best, this is annoying, as you'll have to correct for this while you drive. At worst, it's dangerous, as you won't have precise control in an emergency. Having this issue corrected will make it easier to control your car and predict where it's going to go when you turn the wheel.

3. Even Tire Wear

When tires are tilted inward or outward, they'll wear more quickly on the edge where the weight of the car rests. Rotating your tires will even out this wear to some degree, but you'll get the most out of each set of tires when they're aligned correctly.

If you're overdue for a tire alignment, call T. Busch Automotive today to schedule. Based in Jefferson, OH, and serving Ashtabula County for over 50 years, they offer reliable car repairs including routine maintenance and collision repairs to extend the life of your vehicle. This family-owned company strives to create long-term relationships with customers and treat all car owners fairly. They also offer accommodations for hearing impaired clients. To learn more about their services call (440) 576-1971 to speak to a representative, or visit them online.