Cars are something that most of us rely on – getting to work and back, bringing the shopping home from the supermarket, ferrying the kids about and going on holiday are just a few essential uses for a car! So, when something goes wrong with our car it can be quite difficult to manage without if we have been used to having one!

One of the most important parts of a car are the wheels – and they can also be dangerous if they have something wrong with them. If you think you have a problem with the wheels of your car it is important that you take the car to a professional such as Apex wheels alloy repair Gloucester.

One of the biggest signs that you may have a problem with your wheels is if the car pulls slightly to the side. If you have to pressure the steering wheel on either side to keep it straight, then there is a problem with the wheels.

It is also worth noticing if the steering wheel goes back to the centre position after you have turned. If it doesn’t and stays pulled to one side this can also be a sign that you have a problem with your wheels and that they may need to be aligned.

The tyres are a big clue and if the wear on the tyres is unevenly spread this could also signify that you have a problem with your wheel alignment. The wear on both sides should be equal, so if it isn’t this could mean that there is an underlying problem.