Unit F1 Castle Trading Estate, Priorslee, Telford, TF29NP, UK
Correct wheel alignment is needed to ensure your vehicle provides safe handling, even tyre wear and a comfortable drive. If your front wheels are out of alignment, your car may begin to pull to one side, your steering wheel may sit off-centre, or your tyres may wear much faster than they should.
At Priorslee Motor Services, we provide 2 wheel alignment in Telford using advanced John Bean 3D Digital Imaging technology. This allows our technicians to measure wheel angles accurately and make the necessary adjustments in line with the manufacturer's specifications.
We also offer free wheel alignment checks, so if you're unsure whether your vehicle needs adjusting, we can inspect it before recommending any work.
If you've recently hit a pothole, clipped a kerb, noticed uneven tyre wear or simply feel that your car isn't driving or handling as it should, call us on 01952 615939 to arrange a wheel alignment check.
2 wheel alignment focuses primarily on the front wheels and their relationship to the steering geometry of the vehicle.
Over time, everyday driving can gradually alter these settings. Potholes, speed bumps, kerbs and poor road surfaces can all affect alignment, even if the impact doesn't initially seem serious.
When the wheels are correctly aligned, they sit at the angles intended by the vehicle manufacturer. This helps the tyres make proper contact with the road and allows the steering to behave predictably.
Incorrect alignment can cause your tyres wear quicker and unevenly, whilst also making the vehicle less pleasant to drive. In some cases, a relatively small adjustment can prevent you from replacing a tyre far earlier than necessary.
One of the most common signs of poor wheel alignment is uneven tyre wear. You may notice that the inside or outside edge of a tyre is wearing more quickly than the rest of the tread.
Your vehicle may also begin to drift or pull towards one side when you're travelling along a straight road. The steering wheel may no longer sit centrally, or the car may feel less stable and responsive than it normally does.
Vibration or judder through the steering wheel can indicate a problem too, although this can also be caused by wheel balancing or other mechanical issues. If you've noticed any change in the way your car drives, our technicians can inspect it and identify the cause.
Poor alignment can also increase rolling resistance, which may have an effect on fuel consumption and tyre life.
Accuracy matters when it comes to wheel alignment.
At Priorslee Motor Services, we use a John Bean 3D Digital Imaging System to measure vehicle geometry. Rather than relying on basic visual checks or older alignment methods, the system uses cameras and precision equipment to assess the position of the wheels.
The software includes manufacturer alignment specifications for a wide range of vehicles, allowing our technicians to compare the current measurements against the settings recommended for your particular make and model.
The system is regularly maintained and calibrated to ensure accurate results. It is professionally calibrated by Snap-on every 12 months, while additional calibration checks are carried out in-house every three months.
Our garage also has a specialist alignment lift that is wider than many standard workshop lifts. This allows us to accommodate a broader range of vehicles, including larger 4x4s and suitable light commercial vehicles.
Wheel alignment involves several different measurements. The three most commonly discussed are camber, caster and toe.
Camber refers to the inward or outward tilt of the wheel when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Too much positive or negative camber can contribute to uneven wear across the tyre.
Caster relates to the angle of the steering axis. Correct caster settings help with steering stability and the way the steering returns towards the centre after turning.
Toe describes the direction in which the wheels point when viewed from above. Wheels can point slightly towards one another or away from one another. Incorrect toe is a common cause of rapid and uneven tyre wear.
The correct settings vary depending on the vehicle, which is why we use manufacturer-specific data rather than applying the same measurements to every car.
Correct alignment helps you get the best from your tyres.
If the wheels aren't sitting correctly, a tyre may scrub across the road rather than rolling cleanly. Over thousands of miles, that additional friction can remove tread surprisingly quickly.
Alignment also affects handling. A vehicle that constantly pulls to one side can be tiring to drive and may require continual steering correction.
For motorists who regularly travel around Telford and Shropshire, potholes and damaged road surfaces can make alignment problems particularly common. Even if your car seems to be driving normally after hitting a pothole, the wheel angles may still have shifted slightly.
There isn't one fixed interval that suits every vehicle, because alignment can be affected at any time by road conditions or impacts.
As a general guide, it's sensible to have the alignment checked periodically and whenever there is a reason to suspect something has changed.
We particularly recommend arranging a check after hitting a pothole or kerb, travelling over a speed bump particularly hard, fitting new tyres, or noticing unusual tyre wear or changes in steering.
If you're unsure, take advantage of our free tracking and alignment check. We'll inspect the vehicle and tell you whether an adjustment is actually required.
New tyres are an investment, so it makes sense to protect them.
If your previous tyres have worn unevenly because the wheels are out of alignment, fitting replacements without correcting the underlying issue can cause the new tyres to begin wearing in exactly the same way.
That's why checking alignment when tyres are replaced can be worthwhile, particularly if the old tread showed obvious differences between the inside and outside edges.
At Priorslee Motor Services, we can inspect both your tyre condition and wheel alignment and explain anything we find before carrying out additional work.
Priorslee Motor Services has been serving motorists in Telford for more than 40 years, and our approach has always been based on quality workmanship and straightforward advice.
Our John Bean 3D wheel alignment equipment gives our technicians the accuracy needed to assess modern vehicle geometry properly, while our specialist lift allows us to work with a broad range of cars, 4x4s and suitable light commercial vehicles.
Most importantly, we'll only recommend adjustment when it's needed. Our free alignment checks allow us to establish whether there is actually a problem before you commit to paying for corrective work.
Whether you've noticed uneven tyre wear, your steering feels different or you've recently hit a pothole, we'll inspect the vehicle and explain what we find.
Unexpected vehicle costs don't always arrive at a convenient time.
For qualifying work over £100, Payment Assist may be available to eligible customers. This allows you to pay 25% of the cost initially and spread the remaining balance across three further interest-free instalments.
Speak to our reception team for details and eligibility.
If your car is pulling to one side, your steering wheel isn't sitting straight or you've noticed unusual tyre wear, don't ignore it.
Book a professional 2 wheel alignment check in Telford with Priorslee Motor Services.
Our experienced technicians will inspect your vehicle using our John Bean 3D alignment system and advise you clearly on whether any adjustment is needed.
Priorslee Motor Services
Unit F1 Castle Trading Estate
Priorslee
Telford
TF2 9NP
Telephone: 01952 615939
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.priorsleemotorservices.co.uk
Call 01952 615939 today or book online.
Tracking usually refers to adjusting the front toe settings, while a full wheel alignment assessment measures several aspects of vehicle geometry. Our equipment allows us to accurately assess the relevant wheel angles against manufacturer specifications.
Common signs include uneven tyre wear, the vehicle pulling to one side, an off-centre steering wheel or changes in the way the car handles. You may also want an alignment check after hitting a significant pothole or kerb, as this sort of impact can misalign your wheels.
Yes. Priorslee Motor Services offers free tracking and wheel alignment checks, allowing us to establish whether an adjustment is required before recommending additional work.
Yes. Incorrect alignment can cause one section of the tyre to wear faster than the rest, potentially shortening its usable life considerably.
It can be a good idea, particularly if your previous tyres showed uneven wear. Correcting any alignment problem helps protect the new tyres from developing the same wear pattern.
We use a John Bean 3D Digital Imaging System with manufacturer specification data for a wide range of vehicles. The system is professionally calibrated and regularly checked to maintain accuracy.