Best car wheel maintenance tips

While a wheel bearing must support its share of the vehicle's weight, it must also maintain a perfect radial alignment with the axle. The instant it does not, the rotor pushes the caliper pistons into their bores and drags against the pads.

Richard Masoner/Flickr Air pressure is the lifeblood of any tire, as well as being about the only thing about a tire that the driver can actually change! There are, however quite a few misconceptions and some outright misinformation out there about tire pressure, and far too few drivers, (myself included) pay as much attention to their tire pressures as they should.

Take Care of the Wheel Alignment and Camber It is the driving experience that people enjoy about German cars. It is the way these vehicles navigate the road that makes people want to have a BMW or Audi in the garage. Driving around in one of these beauties does require some responsibility on the part of the driver.

Wheels can drastically change the appearance of any vehicle, which is proven by the huge after market offering. Having wheels covered in brake dust is a complete eye sore and can take away from the overall look of any vehicle. Wheels that look brand new, on the other hand, can turn heads and really show off your car.

It's easy to forget that tyres are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road. That is why it's extremely important to preserve the quality and performance of your tyres to ensure both your safety and your mobility. To do so, we advise that you comply with the following recommendations.