What is Wheel Balancing?
As you drive, the bumps and jolts from the road begin to unbalance your wheels. Gradually, one side becomes heavier than the others, resulting in an uneven weight distribution. Wheel balancing is the process of correcting your car’s weight distribution.
With the vehicle’s weight heavier leaning on one tyre, it begins to wear out faster than the others. It’s the tell-tale sign of an unbalanced vehicle. Not only does this increase the cost of your vehicle’s upkeep, but you’ll reduce your fuel efficiency.
By adding small counterweights to each wheel, we rectify the issue. The result? Greater performance, improved fuel efficiency, and less tyre wear.
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Why Do Wheels Need to be Balanced?
When your car travels faster (greater than 50-60 mph), the vibrations begin to unbalance your wheels. That’s not the only cause – several factors affect wheel balance:
- Uneven tyre wear from misalignment or incorrect inflation.
- Loss of wheel weights due to adhesive issues or impact.
- Tyre or wheel damage resulting from accidents or hitting curbs.
- Imbalance caused by incorrect wheel mounting during installation.
- Deformities due to impacts with potholes or road debris.
- General wear and tear impacting wheel stability.
- Manufacturing flaws cause wheel or tyre imbalance.
Speak to our team and get your car booked in today.
Frequently asked questions.
Our most frequently asked questions.
If you don’t balance your wheels, you may experience uneven tyre wear, leading to a shorter tyre lifespan and potentially affecting your vehicle’s handling and safety.
Some signs that your wheels need re-balancing include uneven tyre wear or vibrations in the steering wheel, especially at higher speeds.
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