How Many Kilometers Should a Car Drive Before Getting a Wheel Alignment?
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It is recommended to perform a wheel alignment every 20,000 kilometers. If the wheel alignment is incorrect, it may cause abnormal tire wear (also known as tire cupping), vehicle pulling to one side, uneven braking, or steering wheel vibration while driving. Poor road conditions, quickly passing over speed bumps or potholes, or prolonged parking on uneven surfaces can accelerate changes in alignment parameters. Below are some situations that indicate the need for a wheel alignment: 1. When driving on a straight road, you need to firmly grip the steering wheel to keep the car from pulling to one side. 2. When there is severe wear on one side of the front or rear tires. 3. When the car feels unstable or floats while driving normally. 4. After installing new tires or following a collision, steering system repair, or suspension system repair, it is advisable to perform a wheel alignment.