One of the major things standing between many DIYers and servicing the front end of their car is the alignment. The fact that replacing tie rod ends can throw things off leads many folks to just leave ...

From the March/April 2026 issue of Car and Driver. If you're a self-respecting do-it-yourselfer, nothing is more frustrating than having to pay someone else to finish a job you started. For a long ...

There are a couple of services you can get done next time you take your car in for maintenance, and you can bet wheel alignment is one of them. It's one of the easiest and less costly services you can ...

Getting a wheel alignment for your car is essential to routine maintenance. Despite its name, a wheel alignment has nothing to do with adjusting the wheels and tires of your car. Instead, the ...

CARS.COM — You may not notice it right away, but as you get behind the wheel of your car more and more, you’ll start to notice that something isn’t quite right. You’re drifting in one direction or ...

A wheel alignment may not be necessary if your car drives straight and tires are wearing evenly. Some useful DIY car repair tools include talcum powder for tracing oil leaks and a water bottle for ...

Tire alignment problems cause uneven wear patterns, steering issues, and reduced fuel economy that can cost hundreds in premature replacements.

Greg Daugherty has worked 25+ years as an editor and writer for major publications and websites. He is also the author of two books. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced ...

Drivers looking for a wider stance often use wheel spacers to achieve this. They push wheels further out from the hub to increase the track width. This change improves the appearance of the car and ...