Auto Repair in Murray & Paducah

Keeping your wheels properly aligned helps your vehicle drive straight, feel smoother on the road, and stay safer day to day. At Harlan Automotive, we use a top-of-the-line Hunter Alignment machine to set your wheels exactly where the manufacturer says they should be. When an alignment is off, your tires can wear down unevenly, which often means replacing them sooner than you should have to. A proper wheel alignment helps your tires wear evenly, extending their life and helping you get the most value out of them.You may also notice signs like your vehicle pulling to one side or the steering wheel not feeling centered, which can make driving less comfortable. Keeping your alignment up to date helps your car handle better and makes everyday driving easier and more enjoyable. It’s a simple form of preventative maintenance that can help you avoid bigger problems and save mone ... read more

How To tell if Your Vehicle Needs An Alignment The mechanics at Harlan Automotive in Murray, Kentucky, get asked a lot of questions, but one of the most discussed is about the significance of wheel alignment. See, many people believe that realignment is just about protecting the treads of the tire and reducing wear. While that is partially true, an alignment is more about suspension and performance. Understanding the Alignment Process Wheel alignment refers to the adjustment of the suspension body, which in turn shifts the angles at which the wheels contact the road. Ultimately, these adjustments prolong tire efficiency. Measurements of Alignment Alignment, as with most mechanical work, is about precision. Therefore, to ensure alignment, your vehicle’s mechanic is likely most concerned with three angles or measurements in particular. Toe While camber refers to the tilt, toe refers to the turning outward or inward of a tire. If too much angling occurs in either direction, i ... read more

When all of your vehicle’s wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Murray can cause your vehicle’s wheels to be out of alignment. Driving for an extended time around Murray when your wheels are out of alignment results in uneven tire wear. This is dangerous … and expensive. Worst case scenario, you have a blowout on a crowded Kentucky highway. It can also cause premature wear to your suspension system, which can be really expensive to repair. At the very least, you may have to replace your tires years too early. The ideal alignment for your vehicle was designed by its engineers. Alignment service at Harlan Automotive starts with an inspection of the steering and suspension – to see if anything’s bent or broken. Then your friendly and knowledgeable Harlan Automotive technician will look at tire condition. From there, the vehicle is put on a ... read more