Depending on your car, your manual will probably recommend either zero toe (equal distance between the front and back) or slight toe-in, which increases stability. Toe is the source of most alignment problems, and the easiest to correct yourself. read more
Firestone recommends getting your car’s alignment checked every 6,000 miles and says improper alignment can shorten a tire’s lifespan by thousands of miles. Having a mechanic perform a front-end alignment costs about $50 to $75, according to Angie’s List. read more
First, you car starts to drift right or left even when the steering wheel is centered, and the steering wheel itself may begin to vibrate. To check for misalignment, take a look at your tires. All four should wear at approximately the same rate and on the same edge. If one has excessive wearing in an odd location, you need a wheel alignment. read more