Alignment

Hey, drivers! Here at Eby's Garage, we often get asked: "Do I really need a wheel alignment?" The simple answer is yes, absolutely! A proper wheel alignment is one of the most crucial, yet often overlooked, maintenance services for your vehicle.

It’s about more than just driving straight; it's about safety, tire life, and your wallet!

What Exactly Is a Wheel Alignment?

Think of a wheel alignment as a corrective procedure for your car’s suspension system. It involves adjusting the angles of the wheels so they are perfectly parallel to each other and perpendicular to the ground. These angles—known as camber, caster, and toe—are set by the manufacturer for optimal handling and tire wear.

Over time, daily driving—especially hitting potholes, bumping curbs, or even normal wear and tear—can knock these factory settings out of whack.

The Big 4 Reasons You Need an Alignment

When your wheels are misaligned, several problems start to crop up. Here are the main reasons why getting an alignment at Eby's Garage is a must:

1. Maximizing Tire Life 

This is the number one reason we recommend alignments. Misaligned wheels drag and scrub the tires as you drive. This causes uneven and premature tire wear.

Feathering: One side of the tire is smooth, the other is jagged.

Toe Wear: Wear on the inner or outer edge of the tire.

Cupping/Scalloping: Irregular dips in the tread.

2. Improving Fuel Efficiency 

When your wheels are dragging against the pavement, your engine has to work harder to keep the car moving. This extra effort requires more fuel. A correctly aligned vehicle rolls smoothly with less resistance, helping your engine perform more efficiently and saving you money at the pump.

3. Enhancing Safety and Handling 

A severe misalignment can make your vehicle unsafe and difficult to handle, especially at high speeds or in bad weather.

Pulling: Your car constantly drifts or "pulls" to one side, forcing you to fight the steering wheel to stay straight.

Sloppy Steering: The steering wheel feels loose or unresponsive.

A proper alignment ensures crisp, accurate steering and better overall control.

4. Protecting Your Suspension System 

Constant vibration and fighting a pulling wheel put unnecessary stress on steering components and suspension parts, like tie rods and ball joints. Fixing the underlying alignment issue can prevent premature wear and costly repairs to these crucial systems down the road.

Ready for a Smooth Ride?

Don't wait until you've ruined a set of tires or compromised your safety! At Eby's Garage in Boonsboro, we use precision equipment to restore your vehicle's factory specifications, giving you a smoother, safer, and more economical drive.

Stop by or call us today to schedule your wheel alignment!

We're proud to serve our neighbors in Boonsboro and the surrounding communities with honest, expert auto care!

Eby's Garage

6728 Old National Pike, Boonsboro MD 21713

(301)432-5130

https://www.ebysgarage.com/services/steering-and-suspension