Tire Alignment Hillsboro Oregon

Regular wheel alignment ensures your tires run on the road at the right angle and point straight. If you have observed your car pulling to one side or the steering wheel is not centered when you drive, it could mean your car is calling for a wheel alignment. We use computerized wheel alignment technology, which depicts our caster, camber, thrust, and toes angle measurements are highly accurate and precise.

If your vehicle is pulling from one side to another, or if one or more tires are showing signs of uneven wear or premature, you may need a tire alignment. Call us to get regular inspections to ensure proper wheel alignment and help you eliminate costly repairs.

When you align your car, your vehicle's suspension is adjusted so that each wheel points in the same direction relative to the others and the road. With proper wheel alignment, you can rest assured that all your tires are making full contact with the road at all times. This helps you get the most out of your tires by reducing the likelihood of certain types of uneven wear.

Wheel alignment entails checking and resetting the following suspension angles to their original factory settings:

1. Camber angle refers to the inclination of the wheel's vertical axis concerning the vehicle's longitudinal axis when viewed from the front or rear.
2. As seen from the side of the vehicle, the Caster angle is the degree to which the vehicle's steering axis is skewed from a vertical position.
3. As seen from above, the toe angle is the lateral tilt of the wheel's side with the vehicle's center of gravity.
4. Aligning wheels requires precise measurements on a machine. The task requires the expertise of a skilled technician utilizing high-quality tools.

You might need a wheel alignment if:

• To go straight ahead, you have to hold on to the wheel.
• You just put on new tires.
• You've been in a car accident.
• Changes have been made to steering or suspension parts like tie rods, control arms, bushings, or the idler arm.
• Your front-wheel-drive car just got a repair called "trans-axial."

First, we use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to check if your wheels are fixed according to your vehicle manufacturer's precise alignment specifications. If we observe you need an alignment, we'll:

• Make rear-end or front-end mechanical alignment adjustments
• Verify that the new alignment readings meet the specifications of your vehicle manufacturer.

Proper wheel alignment allows you to enjoy a smooth ride by minimizing vehicle wander and steering pull. It can also save you tons of dollars on replacing wheels because of premature tread wear.

Most manufacturers suggest getting a four-tire alignment at least once every year. Other times, you might need a front-end or four-wheel alignment while installing a new set of wheels following a collision or accident or after hitting a steep curb or bad pothole.

The skilled mechanics at Total Automotive Upgrade can check your wheels, tires, and suspension to ensure they are where they should be. With our experts making sure your vehicles is in proper working order, you can go to your destination safely and quickly.