The next time you're driving alongside a truck at highway speed, have a look at the wheels. They should be running straight and true without any wobble or vibration. Lamentably, you probably won't ...

The jury is still out on wheel balancing. We now have certified tests that show a small percentage of improvement in fuel efficiency, and balancing has proven to help prevent certain forms of ...

Tyres are supposed to spin accurately on their axis otherwise it will cause uneven wear on tyres thus decreasing their life. And during the monsoon, the risk just multiplies. One of the primary ...

Q: What are the symptoms of an out-of-balance front wheel, and how can you tell which wheel is the problem? A: Typically, an out-of-balance wheel/tire will cause a vibration at speeds of about 35 ...

During my years at the service counter costumers who purchased tires often asked me, “Do I have to have them balanced?” followed by, “Does it need an alignment too?” I understand why consumers ask ...

A: Wheel "alignment" and wheel "balance" are two very different things -- but both can have a big impact on comfort and safety. Mechanics check a wheel for proper balance by spinning it quickly and ...

One of the most popular webBikeWorld articles ever was our review of Rod Neff’s motorcycle wheel balancer, first published about 8 years ago. I think Rod has since stopped manufacturing it, ...

Ranger RB30T’s Integrated Wheel Lift Protects Techs The new RB30T hybrid wheel balancer from Ranger Division of BendPak features an integrated pneumatic wheel lift to take on the heavy lifting, easily ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Buying new tires is one thing, but having them mounted to your car's wheels is another matter. I make it a point to have the tires balanced ...