If your vehicle doesn’t feel as steady or smooth as it used to — if the steering wheel shakes, your car pulls to one side, or your tyres are wearing out too quickly — it’s likely time for a wheel alignment and balancing service. At Avon Valley Tyre & Auto Service in York, we provide precision wheel services to improve your car’s handling, maximise tyre life, and enhance overall driving comfort.
Wheel alignment and balancing are two of the most important — and often overlooked — services for any vehicle. Even brand-new tyres won’t perform at their best if your wheels are out of spec. Our experienced team uses advanced equipment to correct these issues quickly and accurately, helping you avoid long-term damage and unnecessary tyre replacements.
Although they’re often done together, wheel alignment and wheel balancing are two distinct services — and both are essential...
This refers to adjusting the suspension components that influence how your tyres contact the road. Our technicians measure and set the three key angles:
If these angles are even slightly off, it can cause rapid or uneven tyre wear, handling problems, and poor fuel economy.
Wheel balancing focuses on the weight distribution of the wheel and tyre assembly. An imbalance — caused by tiny imperfections or uneven wear — leads to vibrations through the steering wheel, seat, or floor, especially at higher speeds. Our technicians use specialist machines to detect imbalances and apply small weights to correct them, ensuring the tyre spins evenly at all speeds.
Your vehicle may continue to drive with poor alignment or balance, but the longer it’s left, the more damage it can do — to your tyres, your suspension, and your fuel economy.
Common symptoms include:
You don’t need to wait for obvious signs, either. Regular checks are a smart investment — especially before road trips, after suspension work, or following impacts with potholes or kerbs.
At Avon Valley Tyre & Auto Service, we often recommend combining alignment and balancing in a single visit. It’s the best way to make sure your tyres are properly set up for maximum performance and safety.
By doing both:
It’s a small service that delivers huge value.
There’s no strict schedule, but these services should be part of your ongoing maintenance routine — especially if:
Prevention is always better (and cheaper) than cure. At Avon Valley Tyre & Auto Service in York, we offer convenient, affordable wheel services tailored to your vehicle and driving habits.
We’re proud to be your trusted local experts in all things wheels and tyres. At Avon Valley Tyre & Auto Service, we combine:
Whether you drive a hatchback, 4WD, family SUV or work ute, we take the time to do things properly — so your vehicle drives better, feels better, and lasts longer.
Book Your Wheel Service Today in York
If your car’s not feeling quite right — don’t wait for it to get worse. A quick alignment and balance service can save you hundreds in tyres, fuel, and repairs. Get in touch with the friendly team at Avon Valley Tyre & Auto Service in York and book your service today.
Drive straighter. Ride smoother. Save money. Trust Avon Valley Tyre & Auto Service for wheel alignment and balancing done right...
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