Cayenne Hits A Bump in the Road (Alignment)

Hello, Cayenne here in beautiful Los Altos! You know I love car rides, but sometimes my ride gets a little bumpy as we go down the road, and I wonder what is causing it not to be as smooth as it should be. Well, today we will bark about this and smooth it all out for you.......so let's get barkin'!

There's something you can do that helps your tires last longer, wear more evenly, and your vehicle handle better. "Sign me up," you say! Wondering what that is? It aligns your wheels and will literally point you in the right direction for a better, safer driving experience.

When your vehicle was designed, the engineers made sure your tires were all pointing the same way by designing the suspension to make optimal contact with the road. That way, the ride is smooth, you don't feel vibrations or shimmying, and your vehicle travels in a straight line, without pulling to one side or the other.

Unfortunately, your vehicle is not brand new; time and distance take their toll. After hitting countless bumps, potholes, or the occasional curb, your suspension gets knocked a little out of kilter. Those precise angles the engineers planned on for your vehicle? They get out of whack.

Uneven or premature tire wear is one of the first signs your alignment may be off. If you are driving straight and your steering wheel isn't pointing straight, that's another indication alignment might need checking. Tire squealing can also be a clue.

When you bring your vehicle in for an alignment, we use equipment designed to measure the tilts and angles of your suspension's parts. The technician will also check whether any of the vehicle's suspension components are worn or damaged. We will also check your steering angle sensor to make sure it's set properly.

The process differs for front-wheel-drive, rear-wheel-drive, all-wheel-drive, and 4-wheel-drive vehicles.

After your alignment, your tires should wear more evenly, your steering should be straight, and your wheels vibration-free. If it's been a while since you've had your vehicle aligned, bring it in, and we'll check it. Usually, your alignment will be a little off after one or two years of driving, and it's wise to follow your vehicle manufacturer's recommendation for how often your model should be checked.

Here is a famous misquoted "bumpy" quote,

• The classic misquote: "Fasten your seatbelts; it's going to be a bumpy ride".

• The actual quote: "Fasten your seatbelts; it's going to be a bumpy night". ~ Bette Davis

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Allied Auto Works
2073 Grant Road
Los Altos, CA 94024
6509687227
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