Unfortunately, it is challenging to tell when a tire is misaligned simply by looking at it. We at Shadetree Automotive suggest taking your car to the mechanic when you suspect that there may be a problem with your car’s alignment.

Following are several other times when it might be a good idea to get your alignment checked. 

• When you are getting new tires
• The mechanic is replacing or adjusting parts of the suspension
• You have recently been in an accident
• Whenever your vehicle is in for basic services
• There is uneven tire wear
• Your wheel naturally wants to turn in one direction over another
• You are getting your car lifted or lowered

The most common example of car misalignment is when your vehicle begins drifting away from the center when you do not have control of the wheel. The second most common indicator of misalignment is when your tires begin to wear unevenly. If one of your tires begins to look more worn out than another, you should take your car to the mechanic as soon as possible. There are other potential causes for drifting and worn-out tires, but these are good signs to look out for to ensure that further damage is not caused to your vehicle.