Glossary / Suspension

wheel alignment

30 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Wheel alignment means making sure the tires are pointing in the right direction and at the correct angles. It helps your car drive straight, use less gas, and wear tires evenly.

Technical Definition

Wheel alignment is the adjustment of a vehicle’s suspension components so that the wheels are set to the car manufacturer’s specification. Proper alignment ensures even tire wear, good handling, and fuel efficiency.

Hear It Discussed

"[621.1s] You know? [621.4s] Can a wheel alignment or an incorrectly done wheel alignment, can tire suspension work? Could windshield replacement affect a DOOS calibration?"
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 2, 2026 - Hunter Engineering - Your Car Is Watching: Why ADAS Changes Everything Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 10:21

"You know, the shop, there's always something going on in the shop, right? We aligned a couple of Porsches this week."
Why Cars Now Cost $50K (And What’s Coming Next) Full Throttle Talk 02:10

"...that scrub tyres out a little time, and that was all due to wheel alignments."
090 - MG's S5 SUV is a cracker for value Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars - The EV Podcast 20:37