What is the purpose of the front wheel camber angle?

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OMelanie
07/30/25 8:24am
The purpose of the front wheel camber angle is to achieve a reasonable distribution of the dynamic load center between the wheels and the ground, thereby improving the service life of mechanical components and reducing tire wear. The front wheel camber angle refers to the situation where the plane of the front wheels is not completely perpendicular to the ground but has a slight outward tilt angle relative to the ground. Characteristics of front wheel camber: 1. Splayed shape: When viewed from the front or rear, the tires are not installed vertically but are slightly tilted outward, forming a "V" shape, which is called negative camber. When tilted in the opposite direction, it is referred to as positive camber. 2. Nearly vertical: Automobiles generally set the camber angle to be very small, almost vertical. Due to the continuous use of power steering mechanisms, the camber angle has been decreasing. However, setting a small camber angle can apply appropriate lateral thrust to the wheel bearings on the axle.
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