Steering & suspension 40 November 2026 ǁǁǁ͘ ĂŌ ĞƌŵĂƌŬĞƚŽŶůŝŶĞ͘ ŶĞƚ torque delivery. A precise alignment ensures each tyre makes contact with the road surface, spreading the load evenly and significantly reducing abnormal patterns. Tyres are engineered to last a specific distance, but misalignment can cut that lifespan dramatically. By keeping alignment angles within the manufacturer’s specification, the tyre wears more predictably and consistently. Additional benefits Additional gains reinforce why alignment should always be taken seriously, for both drivers and the workshops doing the work. As EVs have quieter drivetrains, drivers are far more aware of road noise and vibrations coming from the tyres. Misalignment can amplify these noises. Proper EV wheel alignment helps the tyres roll more smoothly, reducing the noise and vibration that EV drivers notice first. In addition, accurate alignment protects time and revenue. Correct alignment significantly reduces the chance of customers returning with premature tyre wear, vibration complaints, or uneven tread issues. Timescales A properly equipped workshop treats alignment as part of an ongoing maintenance routine, not a one-off service. EV alignment should be checked every 6,000 to 10,000 miles or annually, and always after tyre replacement, kerb or pothole impact, suspension work, as part of a routine EV service or if uneven wear, pull, or noise is reported. This approach ensures that each adjustment is accurate, repeatable and tailored to EV demands, delivering long- term benefits in safety, handling and tyre longevity. A high-value alignment service As EVs continue to place higher demands on tyre wear, workshops have a significant opportunity to turn this challenge into a dependable, high-value alignment service. EV tyres are considerably more expensive than standard tyres, and EV owners tend to be far less tolerant of premature or uneven wear. This makes precision wheel alignment not just a maintenance task, but a high-trust service that customers actively value, especially when the process is visible, repeatable, and backed by leading technology. With the right equipment, workshops can offer EV-specific alignment services that clearly demonstrate accuracy and professionalism. Hunter systems such as Elite TD and HS223, provide industry-leading measurement capability, while features like QuickGrip adaptors and HawkEye imaging ensure fast, contact-safe, highresolution alignment readings that EV owners can see and understand. Pairing alignment with the Road Force Elite balancer allows workshops to diagnose tyre uniformity issues that contribute to EV driving disturbance, reinforcing a workshop’s expertise and demonstrating a whole system approach to tyre care. Positioning the service around customer outcomes helps increase acceptance and trust, and focus messages on “protect your new tyres” or “prevent uneven wear before it becomes expensive.” EV wheel alignment can become a repeatable, premium service. This reduces comebacks, increases customer confidence, and turns EV tyre wear into a long-term revenue opportunity for your workshop. pro-align.co.uk EV wheel alignment can become a repeatable, premium service.
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