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Bump in the Road (Alignment)

There's something you can do that helps your tires last longer, wear more evenly and your vehicle handle better.  "Sign me up," you say! Wondering what that is? It's aligning your wheels, and it ...
Published on: Aug 11, 2024

Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems)

It’s just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended.  When they’re not, that is calle...
Published on: Jul 09, 2023

All Lined Up (Alignment Inspection)

When you head down a straight road, does your vehicle pull to one side?  Do you feel vibration in any of the wheels? If you've noticed any of these things, it's probably time for you to get your ...
Published on: Mar 26, 2023

Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment) Has Video

If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do.  Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out o...
Published on: Jan 16, 2022

Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance) Has Video

It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store.  You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb.  When it happens,...
Published on: Mar 08, 2020

A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side) Has Video

A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered.  But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right.&n...
Published on: Nov 10, 2019

Tracking True in Urbana: Wheel Alignment Has Video

At PDR, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a PDR alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires,&n...
Published on: Oct 17, 2016

PDR Automotive Inc. Auto Tips and Car Care: Alignment Inspection Has Video

Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Urbana auto owners that their wheels may be out of alignment. When doing an alignment inspection, ...
Published on: Nov 18, 2015