
WHY WHEEL ALIGNMENT / TRACKING MATTERS
Correct wheel alignment / tracking makes a big difference to how your vehicle feels and how much it costs to run, and if your wheels are out of alignment, they can wear out a new set of tyres surprisingly quickly.
- Reduces premature tyre wear
- Improves fuel economy
- Enhances steering and handling
- Helps keep you safer in all conditions
- Can prevent MOT advisories or failures
SIGNS YOU NEED WHEEL ALIGNMENT / TRACKING

Vehicle pulls to one
side

Crooked steering wheel
when driving straight

Squealing tyres when
turning

Uneven tyre wear on inner
or outer edges

Car feels nervous, drifting
or wandering
Not sure? We can check your alignment and advise you before carrying out any work.
Wheel Alignment for Cars, Vans & Light Commercial Vehicles
We carry out accurate wheel alignment / tracking for all types of cars, vans and light commercial vehicles. Whether you’ve fitted new tyres, hit a kerb or pothole, or your steering just doesn’t feel right, our technicians will check and adjust your alignment to the manufacturer’s settings wherever possible.
Wheel Alignment for Cars
Suitable for hatchbacks, estates, saloons, SUVs and crossovers.
Key benefits:
- Better handling
- Even tyre wear
- Improved comfort
Wheel Alignment for Vans & Light Commercials
Ideal for trades, delivery drivers and small fleets.
Key benefits:
- Extends tyre life under load
- Improved fuel economy for work vehicles
- Increased safety and reduced downtime
When to Book Wheel Alignment & Why Choose Us
At Midland Autocare, your alignment is carried out by trained technicians using a fully computerised alignment machine with clear before-and-after printouts. We offer friendly, honest advice, accurate adjustments to manufacturer settings where possible, competitive pricing with no hidden extras, and the option to combine tracking with tyres, servicing, brakes or MOT work for extra convenience.
When to Book
- After hitting a kerb or pothole
- After suspension or steering repairs
- When fitting new tyres
- If tyres are wearing unevenly
- If the steering wheel isn’t straight
- If the car pulls to one side

Why Choose Us
- Fully trained technicians
- Computerised alignment with printouts
- Adjustments to manufacturer settings
- Clear explanations before work
- Competitive pricing
- Option to combine with tyres, brakes, MOT or servicing
Areas We Cover
If you’re looking for car aircon regas near Walsall, Midland Autocare is easy to reach and offers a friendly, professional service for drivers across the West Midlands, providing reliable aircon checks and regas to keep your vehicle comfortable year-round.
- Bloxwich
- Walsall town centre
- Pelsall
- Aldridge
- Surrounding areas across the West Midlands


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Wheel Alignment / Tracking – FAQs
Wheel alignment / tracking is the process of setting your vehicle’s wheels to the correct angles, based on the manufacturer’s specifications. This ensures all four wheels point in the right direction and sit correctly on the road, improving handling, tyre wear and fuel economy.
Yes. In everyday garage terms, “tracking” is another word for wheel alignment. Both refer to checking and adjusting the angles of the wheels, so they line up correctly.
Common signs that your wheel alignment / tracking is out include:
- The vehicle pulling to one side
- A steering wheel that is off-centre when you are driving straight
- Uneven tyre wear on the inner or outer edges
- Squealing tyres or a vague, wandering feel at speed
If you notice any of these, it is worth booking a wheel alignment / tracking check.
There is no fixed mileage, but as a guide you should consider a check:
- At least once a year,
- Any time you hit a kerb or pothole hard,
- After suspension or steering work,
- Whenever you have new tyres fitted.
Regular checks help protect your tyres and keep your car or van driving as it should.
It is a very good idea. New tyres will last longer and wear more evenly if the wheel alignment / tracking is correct. Many drivers choose to have an alignment check straight after fitting new tyres to protect their investment.
For most cars and vans, a wheel alignment / tracking check and adjustment typically takes around 30–60 minutes, depending on the vehicle and how far out the settings are. We can give you a better idea once we see your car or van.
Yes. When the wheels are correctly aligned, there is less drag and rolling resistance. This can help improve fuel economy, especially for vehicles that cover a lot of miles, such as work vans and commuters.
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday
09:00 – 17:30
Saturday
09:00 – 14:00
Sunday
Bookings Only





