Wheel Balancing

What is Wheel Balancing and Why is it Important?

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Wheel balancing is a crucial aspect of vehicle maintenance that ensures your car’s tyres and wheels spin smoothly at high speeds. Over time, even the slightest weight imbalance can lead to uneven wear, reduced fuel efficiency and some vibration. 

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How Does Wheel Balancing Work?

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Wheel balancing involves the precise adjustment of weight across your vehicle’s wheels. Technicians use specific equipment to identify weight imbalances and correct them by attaching small weights to the wheel's rim. This process ensures that the tyre rotates evenly and eliminates the wobbling or shaking that often occurs when the wheels are out of balance.

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Signs Your Wheels Might Need Balancing

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It’s not always that easy to know when you need wheels balancing but here are some common signs:

• Steering Wheel Vibrations: If your steering wheel shakes at certain speeds, it’s likely a sign of imbalanced wheels.

• Uneven Wear: Patches of uneven wear on your tyres can indicate imbalance.

• Poor Fuel Efficiency: Imbalanced wheels force your vehicle to work harder, which can reduce your MPG.

• Increased Noise: A humming or buzzing sound while driving could also point to a wheel imbalance.

 

If you notice any of these symptoms, call us on 01246 454095 and get we'll get you booked in.

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