Optimal Wheel Position

Incorrect alignment can result in rapid irregular tyre wear and can even affect the handling and safety of the vehicle.

Wheel alignment, or tracking, is the process of ensuring your vehicle’s wheels are set to the optimum position, as per the car manufacturer’s specifications, so that tyres wear evenly. Incorrect wheel alignment can be caused by hitting a kerb, driving into a pothole in the road or by excessive wear to steering or suspension components. It is important to get your wheel alignment checked annually to ensure you get the most out of your tyres.

Improper alignment is a major cause of premature tyre wear. Over the years, a properly aligned vehicle can add thousands of miles to tyre life.

Some of the benefits to having a 4 Wheel Alignment:

Reduced Tyre Wear
Better Fuel Consumption
Improved Handling
Safer Driving

Alignment Terminology

Wheel alignment involves checking the direction and angle of the wheels. The misalignment positions are often described as toe in, toe out, positive camber or negative camber.

‘Toe’ refers to whether the front of the tyres are closer or further apart than the rear of the tyres. Different types of vehicles need different toe settings to allow for the way that wheels pull either towards each other or apart.

‘Camber’ is the inward or outward tilt of a tyre. The camber is set by the vehicle manufacturer, and can be affected by potholes in the road and may need to be adjusted periodically.

Wheel Alignment

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What our customers say:

Aasiyah Malieno

11/02/2025

Quick and easy polite people, Charley was lovely

Ashley Bannister

10/02/2025

I recently had Southside Arc perform both tracking and air conditioning services, and I was thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The entire process was seamless and professional. From the initial contact to the completion of the work, everything was handled with efficiency and expertise. I especially want to give a shout out to Richard, who did a top-notch job. His attention to detail and commitment to quality were evident throughout. The service provided was excellent, and I'm extremely pleased with the results. I would recommend Southside Arc to anyone in need of similar services.

trevor stevens

10/02/2025

I'd like to thank Southside ACR. (Richard, the technician guy) For Fixing and sorting the issues my car had 👍 running like a dream now. Highly Recommend. Try these 1st . I won't go anywhere else now . Thanks again 👍

Henna Khan

07/02/2025

Quick repair, great drop off, communication was great, highly recommend Charley

Lorraine WINTER

31/01/2025

Repair looks great - great service Charlie & Gok - perfect customer service and effie t

Theresa Hogsett

30/01/2025

Both staff members Gok and Charlie very polite and professional. Very happy with car.

Connor

29/01/2025

Efficient, fast return, great repair. Happy with the service and got great service from Charley. Would recommend!

Charlie Panton

29/01/2025

Charlie and Dean very helpful and efficient. Thanks