Why does my car veer to the left

Make sure your child safety seat s are installed correctly at one of the thousands of nationwide child safety seat inspection stations, certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA. The days of the pandemic are finally on the mend. Now we can take our masks off and breathe a sigh of relief and take that road trip we were planning last Summer. Taking a road trip with the whole gang is a staple in some families, and it has probably been a while since most family members have seen each other face to face.

Before you set off on this adventure, making a checklist is probably one of the most important things to do. At the very top of your list shouldn't be to bring extra underwear or an extra toothbrush; nope, it should be to make sure your vehicle can handle the drive!

Finish reading Finally heading out on a road trip? Get your vehicle checked first! Hearing a funny sound coming from your vehicle is never a good thing. Cars can make different noises from time to time. A squealing when you stop usually means your brake pads need to be inspected. Many automotive professionals will account for this slope in their alignment calculations. We recommend getting a wheel alignment every time you switch your tires for the appropriate driving season.

Sometimes the solution is as simple as adding some air. Tire pressure fluctuates as you drive, and sometimes one tire will have less pressure than the others.

If you find your car pulling to one side, the first thing you should do is check your tire pressure and add more if necessary. If this fixes your problem, fantastic! If you notice your car still veering to the left or right, the problem might be a bigger one.

Sometimes during manufacturing, one of the components becomes misaligned and causes the tire tread rubber to harden in a slight cone shape, rather than the proper cylinder shape. That causes your car to pull to whatever side the defective tire is on. This kind of conicity is apparent right away in new tires, and is covered under warranties. If you find your car pulling to one side, your first step should be to clarify the nature of the pull.

Does your car consistently pull to the right? Or does your car always pull to the left? Does it pull when you accelerate, or only when you apply the brakes? Pinpointing the details and relaying this information to your technician can help them narrow down the possible cause and diagnose the issue quicker. Improper tire pressure is one of the top reasons a car might feel like it's pulling to one side.

With over or under-inflated tires, your car may feel like it's leaning. This pull can occur from the right to left — almost like a heaving motion. Over or under-inflated tires can lead to tire wear issues down the road, so it's best not to let this one linger. Short on time? Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for a free tire pressure check.

If you're sure your tires measure in at the recommended tire pressure, ask yourself, "When's the last time I had my wheels aligned? The suspension system in your car keeps your ride nice and smooth, but over time it can wear out making your smooth ride a little more bumpy. If your car is pulling to one side when you drive it and you have already checked that the tires have the appropriate amount of pressure, it is time to speak with a professional.

While it may seem like just an annoyance, bigger issues could be bubbling under the surface. Mighty Auto Pro is a Medina, OH auto repair shop that can diagnose and fix your problem and get you back on the road quickly.

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