Laser wheel alignment for all vehicles. Correct camber, toe and caster angles. Reduce tyre wear, improve fuel economy and restore straight-line stability. Serving Norwich and all of Norfolk.
Misaligned wheels cost you money every mile you drive. They wear out tyres prematurely, increase fuel consumption and make your car harder and less safe to control. At Norwich Tyres & Auto Service on Ber Street, we use precision laser alignment equipment to measure and correct all four wheel angles to the manufacturer's exact specification.
Wheel alignment — also known as tracking — refers to the precise angles at which your tyres meet the road. There are three main alignment angles: toe (whether the fronts of the tyres point inward or outward), camber (whether the wheels lean inward or outward when viewed from the front), and caster (the angle of the steering axis when viewed from the side). All three angles interact with each other and must be set correctly for the car to handle safely and for tyres to wear evenly.
Even a small deviation from the correct alignment angle can cause significant tyre wear over time. A toe angle that is just 3mm out of spec can scrub the equivalent of 28 metres off your tyres for every mile driven. Over the course of a year, that adds up to thousands of pounds of unnecessary tyre replacement costs — not to mention the increased fuel consumption from the extra rolling resistance.
The most common sign of misalignment is the car pulling to one side when you release the steering wheel on a straight, level road. You may also notice uneven tyre wear — where one edge of the tyre wears much faster than the other — or a steering wheel that sits off-centre when driving straight. Some drivers describe a vague, imprecise feeling to the steering, or the car feeling like it needs constant correction to stay in its lane.
Misalignment doesn't always happen gradually. Hitting a deep pothole, mounting a kerb, or being involved in even a minor collision can knock your alignment out in an instant. Norfolk's rural roads have more than their share of potholes, so it's worth having your alignment checked if you've had a significant impact — even if the car seems to be driving normally afterwards.
We use a four-wheel laser alignment system that measures all four wheels simultaneously and compares them against the manufacturer's alignment data for your specific vehicle. Sensors are clamped to each wheel and connected to our alignment computer, which gives us a real-time readout of every alignment angle. You'll receive a printed before-and-after report showing the measurements taken and the adjustments made, so you can see exactly what was done. Most alignment checks and adjustments take around 30–45 minutes.
Norwich drivers choose us for honest, straightforward service and expert technical knowledge. We use proper four-wheel laser alignment equipment — not the basic two-wheel tracking gauges used by some garages — and we always compare against your vehicle's specific manufacturer data rather than using generic settings. Call 07933 900901 to book your wheel alignment today.
Wheel alignment (or tracking) refers to the angles at which your wheels are set relative to each other and to the road. Wheel balancing refers to the even distribution of weight around the tyre and wheel assembly. Both are important but address different issues — alignment affects steering and tyre wear, while balancing addresses vibration through the steering wheel or seat.
We recommend having your wheel alignment checked at least once a year, or whenever you have new tyres fitted, after hitting a significant pothole or kerb, or if you notice the car pulling to one side. It's also worth checking after any suspension or steering work, as components being disturbed can affect the alignment.
Yes, significantly. Misaligned wheels create additional rolling resistance because the tyres are effectively fighting against each other or being dragged sideways as the car moves forward. Studies have shown that correct wheel alignment can improve fuel economy by up to 10% in cases of significant misalignment — a meaningful saving over the course of a year's driving.
We carry out full four-wheel alignment on all vehicles where the rear alignment is adjustable. Many modern vehicles have adjustable rear alignment, and checking the rear wheels is just as important as the front — particularly for rear-wheel drive vehicles and those with independent rear suspension. We'll advise you at the time if your vehicle only permits front-axle adjustment.
Pulling to one side is very commonly caused by misalignment and is usually resolved by an alignment check and adjustment. However, in some cases it can also be caused by uneven tyre pressures, a sticking brake calliper, or worn suspension components. We'll check for these issues during the alignment process and advise you if anything else needs attention.
Serving Norwich and all of Norfolk
07933 900901 Get a QuoteAddress:
Ber Street, Norwich
NR1 3ES
Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat: 8am - 6pm
Sun: 10am - 4pm
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Visit us at Ber Street, Norwich NR1 3ES. Call 07933 900901 to book or get a free quote.
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