5 Signs Your Vehicle Needs a Wheel Alignment

Keeping your vehicle in alignment isn’t just about driving straight — it’s essential for maintaining tire health, fuel efficiency, and overall handling. Over time, potholes, curbs, and daily wear and tear can throw off your alignment without you even realizing it.

Not sure if your vehicle needs a wheel alignment? Here are five signs it might be time to visit the Tomes Auto Group Service Center.

1. Your Car Pulls to One Side

If you take your hands off the wheel briefly and your car drifts left or right instead of continuing straight, that’s a common red flag. This could mean your wheels are misaligned, making your drive harder and less fuel efficient.

2. Steering Wheel Is Off-Center

When your steering wheel is crooked even though you’re driving straight, that’s another telltale sign. An aligned vehicle should have the steering wheel centered when driving on a level road.

3. Uneven or Rapid Tire Wear

Check your tires — do the inner or outer edges look more worn than the rest of the tread? Uneven tire wear often points to alignment issues. Catching this early can save you from having to replace tires prematurely.

4. Handling Feels Loose or Unstable

Does your car feel loose when turning, or a little unstable at higher speeds? Misaligned wheels can affect how your suspension connects to the tires, which can cause handling issues and reduce control on the road.

5. You’ve Hit a Pothole or Curb Recently

Even if you’re not noticing obvious symptoms, a hard hit — like running into a curb or driving through a deep pothole — can knock your alignment out of place. It’s a good idea to get your alignment checked if you’ve experienced a recent impact.

Why Wheel Alignment Matters

Getting regular wheel alignments helps your tires last longer, improves fuel economy, and ensures a smoother, safer ride. At Tomes Auto Group, our expert technicians use state-of-the-art equipment to perform precise alignments that keep your vehicle driving like new.

Schedule Your Alignment Service Today

Don’t wait until tire damage or steering issues get worse. If you’re experiencing any of the signs above, contact Tomes Auto Group to schedule your wheel alignment. We proudly serve McKinney, Plano, Allen, and the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Schedule a service today!