Wheel Alignment in Old Town Alexandria, VA
Set your wheel angles back to spec so the car tracks straight and tires wear evenly.
Wheel Alignment in Old Town Alexandria, VA
Let go of the wheel for a second on a flat, straight road. If the car drifts, or the steering wheel sits crooked while you drive straight, your alignment is probably off. We do wheel alignment in Old Town Alexandria, VA, at Old Town Exxon on the corner of S. Washington & Wilkes St. Potholes on Route 1, rough patches on brick blocks and the odd bump against a curb while parallel parking all knock wheels out of line over time.
What a Bad Alignment Costs You
Alignment is about the angle each tire meets the road at. When those angles drift, the tire scrubs instead of rolling clean, and the tread wears down on one edge long before the rest. That can mean buying tires early. The car can also feel vague in the steering, and you end up correcting it all the time. That gets old fast in stop-and-go traffic toward the Wilson Bridge, and it matters if you have to swerve.
How We Do an Alignment
First we check the parts that hold the wheels in place: tie rods, ball joints, bushings and struts. If one of them is loose or worn, the alignment won't stay put, so we tell you before we adjust anything. Then we measure camber, caster and toe, compare them to your vehicle's specs and set them back where they belong. We finish with the steering wheel centered and the car tracking straight.
Get Your Alignment Checked at S. Washington & Wilkes St
Noticed a pull, a crooked wheel or tires going bald on one side? Call (703) 549-6631 or book online. We're at 501 S. Washington St, at the south end of Old Town, an easy trip from Rosemont, Belle Haven, Huntington and Fort Hunt. If you're already in for new tires or suspension work, ask us to check the alignment while the car is here.
What's Included
- Two-wheel (front) alignment
- Four-wheel alignment
- Steering and suspension inspection
- Tire wear pattern analysis
- Post-repair alignment verification
Signs You May Need Wheel Alignment
- Car drifts left or right on a level road
- Steering wheel sits crooked when you drive straight
- Tread wearing faster on one edge of a tire
- Steering feels loose or the car wanders in its lane
- You hit a pothole or curb hard not long ago
Why Choose Old Town Exxon for Wheel Alignment
- Steering and suspension parts checked before we adjust
- Angles set to your vehicle's own specs
- We tell you up front if a worn part will undo the alignment
- Pairs easily with tire or suspension work on the same visit
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I tell if my wheels are out of alignment?
Watch for three things: the car drifts left or right on a straight road, the steering wheel is crooked when you're going straight, or one edge of a tire is wearing faster than the rest. A hard hit on a pothole or curb is also a good reason to have it checked.
Is there a set schedule for alignment checks?
Check your owner's manual for what your carmaker suggests. Beyond that, have it checked when you put on new tires, after steering or suspension work, and any time you hit something hard enough to make you wince.
Will an alignment make my tires last longer?
It helps a lot. When the wheels are set right, the tread wears evenly across the tire instead of grinding down one edge. An alignment can't fix tread that's already worn, so it pays to catch the problem early.
Serving Alexandria & Surrounding Areas
At the corner of S. Washington St & Wilkes St in Old Town — minutes from the Wilson Bridge, Route 1, and the Capital Beltway provides wheel alignment service to drivers throughout the area, including:
Old Town Alexandria Exxon Service Center
Phone
(703) 549-6631Shop Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
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Book an appointment or call us directly. Walk-ins always welcome.
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Trusted by Old Town Alexandria drivers for over 20 years. Book an appointment or call us now — walk-ins are always welcome at 501 S Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314.