Why Spring Is the Best Time to Get a Wheel Alignment in Akron, NY

Every winter, the roads around Akron take a beating. Potholes, frost heaves, and rough patches are just part of life out here on Main Road and the surrounding routes. By the time spring rolls around, those same roads have taken a beating on your car too.

One of the most common things we see every spring at Summit Truck & Auto is vehicles that are out of alignment, often without the driver even realizing it.

What Does Being Out of Alignment Actually Do?

When your wheels aren't aligned properly, a few things start happening. Your tires wear unevenly, which means you'll need to replace them sooner than you should have to. Your car might pull to one side. You might notice the steering wheel sitting at a slight angle even when you're going straight.

None of it feels catastrophic at first. But over time it adds up, and it ends up costing more than a simple alignment check would have.

Winter Roads Are Hard on Alignment

It doesn't take a big dramatic hit to knock a vehicle out of alignment. Driving through a deep pothole, hitting a frost heave at speed, or even just a season of rough road conditions can shift things enough to matter. That's why spring is such a natural time to get it checked, right after your car has been through the worst of it.

We'll Tell You the Truth

When you bring your vehicle to Summit in Akron, we'll check your alignment and give you an honest answer. If it needs adjustment, we'll take care of it. If it looks good, we'll tell you that too. We're not here to sell you something you don't need.

We've been part of this community since 1996, and our reputation matters more to us than any single service ticket.

Stop in or give us a call at (716) 759-4801. We're at 11672 Main Rd, Akron, NY and we're happy to take a look.