Searching for wheel alignment near me? At Gleam Tech Auto in Worthing, our wheel alignment service, also known as wheel tracking, uses laser-guided equipment to reset your car’s camber, caster and toe angles back to the manufacturer’s exact specification. Correct car wheel alignment keeps your steering wheel centred, your tyres wearing evenly, and your fuel economy where it should be.
It’s one of the most overlooked jobs on any car, and one of the cheapest ways to protect an expensive set of tyres. If your car pulls to one side, your steering wheel sits off-centre, or you’ve noticed uneven wear on one edge of a tyre, it’s almost always down to alignment being out.
Most 4-wheel alignments are completed in under an hour, and we’ll show you the before-and-after printout so you can see exactly what was adjusted. Not sure if you need a front wheel alignment or a full 4-wheel alignment? See the comparison below, or call us on 01903 206874 and we’ll advise you honestly.
Correct tyre alignment isn’t just about a straight steering wheel, it protects some of the most expensive parts on your car.
Correct alignment stops your tyres wearing unevenly on one edge, so you get the full mileage from every set.
Misaligned wheels create extra rolling resistance, which means your engine works harder for every mile.
A properly tracked car responds predictably, holds its line, and won’t pull or wander under braking.
Uneven tyre wear caused by poor alignment is a common MOT advisory, and can be a fail if it’s severe.
Wondering how long does a wheel alignment take? Most 4-wheel alignments are finished in 45-60 minutes on our laser alignment rig. We’ll always talk you through any suspension wear we spot before adjusting anything.
Not sure if your car needs a wheel alignment check? These are the most common wheel alignment symptoms our customers describe.
If you take your hands off the wheel briefly on a flat road and the car drifts left or right, alignment is the most likely cause.
Driving straight but your steering wheel badge sits crooked? That’s a classic sign your steering wheel alignment is out.
A shudder or vibration felt in the steering wheel, especially at speed, often points to tracking or balancing being out.
Look at the tread. Wear that’s heavier on the inside or outside edge of a tyre is one of the clearest alignment signs.
Tyres that squeal on gentle bends, rather than sharp ones, can be a sign of excess toe-in or toe-out.
A hard knock is one of the most common causes of misalignment, even if nothing looks visibly damaged.
Both correct the angles your wheels sit at, the difference is how many wheels get adjusted.
2-wheel, front axle only
Corrects the camber, caster and toe of your two front wheels, the wheels that do the steering.
All four wheels, front & rear
Checks and adjusts all four wheels against each other, so the car sits and drives dead straight on all axles.
Our advice: Not sure which one your car needs? Book a free alignment check and we’ll measure all four wheels on the laser rig before recommending front-only or full 4-wheel, we’ll never sell you more than your car needs.
A clear answer to “how much is wheel alignment?”, published in full, so there’s nothing to guess at.
Prices shown are for guidance and can vary by vehicle and wheel size. Call us for an exact wheel alignment quote for your car, van or 4×4.
These three terms get mixed up constantly. Here’s the honest difference between them.
Wheel tracking and wheel alignment are two names for exactly the same service, adjusting the angle your wheels sit at against the manufacturer’s specification.
Wheel balancing corrects uneven weight distribution around a tyre and wheel, which causes vibration, it doesn’t touch the steering or suspension angles.
Our advice: Fitting new tyres? Book wheel alignment and balancing together. Balancing stops vibration from a new tyre; alignment stops that new tyre wearing unevenly. Most customers do both in the same visit.
Here’s exactly what happens between drop-off and collection.
We put your car on the laser rig and measure camber, caster and toe on all four wheels.
You’ll see exactly which angles are out of specification before we touch anything.
We adjust each wheel back to the manufacturer’s exact tolerances using our laser alignment equipment.
A final printout confirms every angle is back in spec, ready for you to collect.
“Car was pulling badly to the left. Booked a 4 wheel alignment, was shown the before and after printout, and it drives dead straight now. Done in under an hour.”
Verified customer, Worthing
“Got new tyres fitted elsewhere and they didn’t mention alignment. Gleam Tech checked it for free, showed me it was well out, and sorted it same day.”
Verified customer, Worthing
“Explained the difference between alignment and balancing clearly, didn’t try to upsell me on anything I didn’t need. Straightforward and honest.”
Verified customer, Worthing
Looking for something else on your tyres or wheels? Here’s where to go next.
New tyres, prices, and same-day fitting for cars, vans and 4x4s.
Uneven tyre wear from poor alignment is a common MOT advisory, see what else we check.
Suspension and steering components are checked as standard as part of every full service.
Our 4-wheel alignment (tracking) starts from £[XX.XX], with a 2-wheel front alignment from £[XX.XX]. See the pricing table above for the full breakdown, or call us for an exact quote for your vehicle.
Yes. Wheel tracking and wheel alignment are two names for the same job, both describe adjusting your wheels’ camber, caster and toe angles back to the manufacturer’s specification.
No. Wheel alignment corrects the angles your wheels sit at so your car drives straight. Wheel balancing corrects uneven weight distribution around a tyre to stop vibration. Many cars benefit from having both done together.
A standard 4-wheel alignment typically takes 45 minutes to an hour on our laser alignment rig, depending on how far out of specification your car is and whether any track rod or suspension adjustment is needed.
Common signs include your car pulling to one side, an off-centre steering wheel when driving straight, uneven or rapid tyre wear on one edge, and vibration through the steering. If you notice any of these, book a free alignment check.
We recommend a wheel alignment check every 6,000 to 12,000 miles, every time you fit new tyres, and after hitting a pothole, kerb or speed bump hard enough to jolt the steering.
Free check, laser-guided adjustment, usually done within the hour. No card required.
