It’s important to note that if tires are not rebalanced, an accident can occur. Unbalanced tires are not just putting you at risk, it is also putting your passengers, and all the others you’re on the road with, at risk. Unbalanced tires are caused by normal wear and tear on the vehicle, and in order to avoid any risk of an accident, it’s crucial you know the signs that your tires need balancing. These signs include:

Vibration. If you feel any kind of vibration from the steering wheel, floor, and/or seat, tire balancing is needed. It will get harder to steer the more unbalanced your tires get.

A new sound. Typically, you can begin to hear a sound when it’s time to rebalance. These will sound like a buzzing or humming sound. Sometimes, you may start hearing a sound before you feel a vibration.

Worn out tires. If your tires are wearing out from the edges, then service is needed immediately. This is a sign that your tires will need to be balanced and there is no way around this.

A pothole. We have all hit a pothole too hard. Sometimes this can have a significant impact on a car. If you feel like you hit a pothole severely, bring your car in for a look at if the tires need to be rebalanced.

Pressure imbalance. When you see that one of your tires is low on pressure compared to the others, it is time for a tire check-up. Before you come in to get your tires looked at, we suggest fixing your pressure issue. You can do this by putting air into the suspected tire, and air machines can be found at various gas stations.