Think about how many times a day you drive over a speed bump or a pothole on your drive to work, school, or the grocery store. Each and every one of those speed bumps and potholes can cause your tires and wheels to become misaligned. This can cause a drop in gas mileage, uneven wear and tear on your tire, which means you may have to replace them more often. Getting your car aligned periodically is an important part of regular vehicle maintenance. Clark Automotive can complete an alignment check quickly for you when you stop by our Blaine, MN auto shop.
Signs You May Be In Need Of An Alignment Include:
● Your car pulls to the left or right when the wheel is straight
● You do not feel like you have as much steering control as you are used to
● You can see that the tread on your tires is uneven
● You are not getting optimal gas mileage
● Your steering wheel is not level when you are driving straight ahead
Vehicle Alignment Recommended With An Oil Change
Alignment is a very inexpensive but important maintenance step that is a relatively easy investment in the long term health of your vehicle. Your car should feel smooth and connected to the road – that is how we know that we are safe. We recommend an alignment every 6-12 months when you have your regular oil change. Your car’s suspension absorbs bumps and needs to be checked as well at that time. The experienced team at Clark Automotive will evaluate your car’s suspension and alignment and make necessary adjustments so that you are safe and your car is running well this winter.
Clark Automotive is a local auto repair shop that has built its reputation on being honest with our clients, providing strong and courteous customer service and affordable prices. We understand that spending your hard earned money on car repairs may not be your favorite thing in the world, but we promise to make working with us work for you. After all, your car is one of your most important investments. It gets you where you need to go and keeps you and your family safe. Routine maintenance can go a long way to save you money on more significant repairs over time.
Local Auto Shop In Blaine MN
If you are noticing issues that make you think that your alignment is off or your suspension needs to be checked, give us a call at 763-784-7944.
While driving along the road, you may find yourself battling with the steering wheel as your vehicle appears to want to drift to the right or left without warning. Is this anything you have experienced before? If you are having troubles like this, it may be time for an alignment. When you have your vehicle’s alignment checked, you are guaranteeing a safer and smoother ride while also extending the life of your tires. In addition to having your wheels aligned, it ensures excellent drivability while burning less energy (fuel savings). While most modern cars recommend a 4-wheel alignment, your car may only require a 2-wheel, or front-end alignment. So, what is the difference between a front-end alignment and a 4-wheel alignment?
If you have lived in Minnesota even for a short time, you know that winter here can be brutal. Even a winter with relatively few snowstorms will wreak havoc on the roads you drive on. One snowfall that creates the need for plows to clear snow from road surfaces will create new potholes and damage old ones that had been “repaired.” Nothing is more likely to cause problems with your vehicle’s alignment and/or suspension than a perfectly placed pothole that is disguised as an innocent puddle or shadow on the road. Clark Automotive knows destructive potholes can be for your vehicle. We can help repair the damage that happens so often from hitting them—alignment and suspension problems, and, by extension, steering issues.
If you move to a new city or new part of the country, one thing you are almost guaranteed to hear is the importance of finding a trustworthy auto mechanic. At Clark Automotive, we work hard to earn the trust of our customers. In fact, we take the trust of our customers so seriously that we have taken the steps to be ASE-certified. ASE is an abbreviation that refers to the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence, a non-profit that tests and certifies auto service providers in technical and service expertise.
As you certainly know, the Minnesota weather can be harsh on automobiles. Extremes of weather and temperature can hasten the need for new batteries, hoses, and other essential components of your car. Whether you consider your car a prized possession or a simple transportation tool, you want it to keep you safe, at a minimum, while driving it. Our mechanics understand that. We care about your experience as a customer and we want to make sure that the work we do on your car fixes the problem the first time.
