Pro-Align Suggests Alignment Checks following UK Snow

The snow that has recently delivered a prolonged period of tricky driving conditions in the UK has prompted wheel alignment machinery supplier Pro-Align to recommend checks for unknown damage to vehicles, potentially preventing higher running costs as tyres wear out prematurely and increased rolling resistance leading to higher fuel bills. “Although drivers may not notice any difference to the way their car feels after sliding into a kerb or other object, it’s important that they have their wheel alignment properly checked,” explains Paul Beaurain, managing director, Pro-Align.

“Even very low speed impacts can cause significant misalignment or damage to components, especially if they occur at an unusual angle. Many workshops across the country are equipped with the latest four wheel alignment systems which can determine in just a few minutes, if a car’s alignment needs adjusting.”

Modern wheel alignment systems now use sophisticated technology to measure 14 primary angles of all four wheels in a matter of minutes. Not only can this complex operation help reduce driver’s running costs, but it can also make for safer driving and better handling as any vehicle pull can be identified, and steering wheels set straight, to avoid further driving distractions.

Pro-Align advises drivers considering getting their alignment measured that they should check that the workshop performing wheel alignment will provide an alignment printout. Many these days are colour coded to easily show the misalignment errors, but will also detail the vehicle settings both before and after any work is carried out, allowing full transparency of the completed works.

Drivers visiting Pro-Align’s www.alignmycar.co.uk can check the location of their nearest wheel alignment centre and print off a discount voucher entitling them to a 5 per cent reduction on their alignment bill at participating centres.

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