Wheel Alignment & Tire Services
Affordable & Prompt Auto Wheel Alignment Near You in Green Bay
Did you notice that your car is drifting to one side, or do you see that the tires are worn on one side? These issues may be caused by misaligned wheels or tire issues. Balancing your wheels and having good tires are very important to enjoying a good run on the road.
Welcome to Huron Automotive, where you will find accurate wheel alignment services, tire repair, and replacement in Green Bay, WI. With a team of professional technicians and excellent tools, we guarantee your car’s alignment and tires for a safer and more comfortable ride.
Our Extensive Wheel Alignment & Tire Services
At Huron Automotive, we provide a wide range of expert services to ensure your vehicle performs at its best and keeps you safe. Here are some of the services we render to our clients when they need tire services or wheel alignment:
Precision Wheel Alignment
Employing the best tools, we adjust your wheels to fit the manufacturer’s standard. Alignment makes it easier to steer, saves fuel, and prolongs the life of the tires.
Tire Rotation and Balancing
Alternating and swapping your tires often ensures that each tire wears evenly, lasts longer, and enhances your car’s performance. Our balancing techniques are very accurate and provide comfort and stability while driving.
Tire Inspections
During our tire inspection, we check the tire tread for signs of wear, puncture, or any other dangerous harm. It is always good to find such problems early enough to avoid a major disaster like a sudden tire blowout.
Tire Replacement
When your tires are worn out or damaged and cannot be used on the road, we assist you in securing the best tires for your car, depending on your usage patterns. Our experts will also make sure that your installations are correct so that they work as intended and safely.
Suspension System Checks
Misaligned wheels are usually associated with suspension problems. We also inspect and repair suspension parts to ensure that the ride is comfortable and that alignment remains undisturbed.
Wheel Alignment, Balancing and Tire Service in Green Bay
Wisconsin roads are hard on alignment. A single hard pothole hit in March can knock a wheel out
of specification, and the symptoms are easy to dismiss: a slight pull, a steering wheel that sits
crooked when you are driving straight, or tires wearing faster on one edge than the other. Left
alone, misalignment quietly destroys a set of tires that should have lasted years.
We perform precision wheel alignment, tire rotation and balancing, tire inspection and tire
replacement, and we check steering and suspension components while the vehicle is on the rack. We
serve drivers from Ashwaubenon,
Bellevue,
De Pere,
Howard,
Suamico and
Hobart.
We work on vehicles at both Huron Automotive shops, and you are welcome at either one:
- 1001 S Huron Road, Green Bay, WI 54311 — (920) 406-2860
- 2173 Velp Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54303 — (920) 434-8000
Both are open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with 24-hour drop-off and free loaner vehicles. Directions to each shop are on our find us page.
Alignment, Balancing and Rotation Are Three Different Things
They get used interchangeably, and they are not the same service. Alignment adjusts the angles
of the wheels back to the manufacturer’s specification — that is what fixes a pull or crooked
steering wheel. Balancing corrects weight distribution around the wheel and tire, which is what
eliminates a vibration at highway speed. Rotation moves the tires to different corners so they
wear evenly. Most vehicles need rotation regularly, balancing when a vibration appears, and
alignment annually or after impact damage.
Tires, Suspension and What It Costs
If your tires are past saving, we sell and install
Goodyear, Michelin, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, Kelly and other brands
and you can shop tires online before you come in. If the alignment will
not hold, the underlying cause is usually worn
steering or suspension components, and we will show
you what we found. Check current specials for tire and alignment
offers, and financing is available on a full set.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wheel Alignment & Tire Services
How do I know that my car needs wheel alignment?
If your car pulls to one side, the steering wheel is crooked when driving straight, your tires are wearing unevenly or prematurely, or you feel vibrations in the steering wheel, you need an alignment.
Why is tire rotation important?
Tire rotation is an effective way of evenly putting wear and tear on all the car’s tires, increasing their durability, roadworthiness, vehicle stability, and fuel economy.
How often does a wheel alignment need to be done?
Your alignment should be checked once a year or if you see some of the symptoms of misalignment. Doing this after a minor accident, running over a curb, pothole, or any event that might have a toll on your suspension is also recommended.
Does wheel misalignment affect the fuel economy of a vehicle?
Of course, the wheels that are not parallel to the ground pose additional drag, which makes your engine use more fuel. Misalignment can cost you more money on gas and other related costs.
How can I tell that it is time to replace my tires?
Tires should be replaced if they have less tread, any cuts and cracks, keep going flat, or are worn out and have been used for more than six years.
What does tire balancing do?
Tire balancing ensures that the mass of the tire and the wheel are proportional. This eliminates vibrations, improves comfort when driving, and decreases tire wear at different rates.
Are misalignment problems related to suspension?
Yes, things like shocks, struts, or control arms that have been used or are damaged will also affect your alignment. Solving suspension problems is the key to correcting alignment and tire problems.
Is it okay to drive with misaligned wheels?
Your vehicle might be drivable when the wheels are misaligned, but it is not safe to do so. Wheels that are not properly aligned will lead to quick tire wear, poor road grip, and a high probability of an accident. Addressing alignment problems speedily also reduces risks and increases efficiency.
How much does a wheel alignment cost?
It depends on whether your vehicle needs a two-wheel or four-wheel alignment and whether any steering or suspension components are worn enough to prevent the alignment from holding. We check our specials page for current alignment offers, so ask when you book.
How often should tires be rotated and balanced?
Rotation is typically recommended every 5,000 to 7,500 miles, which lines up conveniently with an oil change. Balancing is done when you feel a vibration through the steering wheel or seat at highway speed, and whenever new tires are mounted.
Do I need an alignment when I buy new tires?
It is strongly recommended. Mounting a new set on a vehicle that is out of alignment starts wearing the new tires unevenly immediately, which is the fastest way to lose the value of the purchase.
Huron Automotive is committed to ensuring you are safe and comfortable driving your car. As a leading auto repair shop in Green Bay, we’ve been in business for more than ten years and guarantee excellent wheel alignment and tire services for your car. Our service availability to Green Bay residents is now easier with our two shops in the area. Make an appointment today and see the effect of proper care for your ride!
OUR CUSTOMERS SAY IT BEST
Our Amenities Include
We understand that waiting for your car to be serviced can be a bit boring. With that in mind we offer many amenities to make your stay more comfortable:
24-Hour
Drop-Off
Free Loaner
Vehicles
Local Shuttle
Service
Free
Wi-Fi
Free Fresh-
Brewed Coffee
Free Bottled
Water
We also have local shuttle services for drivers that need to continue their daily routines while their car is being serviced.
*Ask us about our free loaner vehicle program
This allows us to better help drivers from surrounding areas including
Green Bay, WI
Allouez
Ashwaubenon
Bellevue
De Pere
Denmark
Hobart
Howard
Suamico
