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If you're driving along and the Steering Wheel feels shaky or you feel like the Tires are wobbling, don't ignore it! And don't guess at why your Tires feel shaky: have your Local Tire Professional assess the situation. There can be several reasons for this so let's dive into a few of the most common reasons Tires Shake.

Most Common Tire Vibration Reasons:

• Imbalanced Tires: The most common reason is that your tires could be out of balance. A Tire can be slightly heavier on one side than the other. Then, as the Tire Spins, that uneven weight creates that wobbly, or vibration, you're feeling. Unbalanced Tires are also the simplest to fix! Our Tire Professionals have the proper Tire Equipment to get you riding smoothly. We use a Computerized Spin Balancing Tire Machine to assess each Tire's balance. Then we use the proper Wheel Weights to make them all equally balanced. Easy Peezy !
• Uneven Tire Wear: As we pound the pavement to keep up with our busy lives, Tires Wear. Uneven Tire Wear can be caused by the road conditions in which we travel, our personal driving styles, or Factory Tire Defects. The best way to prevent Uneven Tire Wear is by having us perform Tire Rotations at set mileage intervals and an Alignment, or Alignment Check, annually. We recommend at least every 5,000 miles. The easiest way to remember is to have your Tires Rotated with every Oil Change. As your Tire and Auto Repair Shop professionals in Claremont NH, we are happy to help keep your Vehicle Maintenance on track!
• Bent Rim: Something as unsuspecting as a pothole can damage a rim causing that Tire Vibration you're feeling. A Bent Rim can cause Uneven Tire Wear. Generally, it's safest to have that rim replaced.
• Loose Lug Nuts: This may seem obvious, but Loose Lug Nuts do happen! After every Tire Rotation or New Tire Install, we make sure to tighten your Lug Nuts to your Vehicle's Manufacturer's Specifications. Yes, each Vehicle Make and Model has its own Manufacturer's Specs and as your Trusted Tire Professionals in Claremont NH, we check. We also recommend stopping by and have your Tires Retorqued 25 miles after a Tire Rotation or having New Tires Put On.
• Worn Suspension Parts can also play a role in what feels like a Tire Vibration. Suspension Parts, like Shocks and Struts, wear out over time. Those parts are what connect your wheels to the car's frame. Worn Suspension Parts can cause what feels like a wobble. This should be addressed by us, your Local Auto Repair Professionals in Claremont NH.

What to Do:

If you're experiencing a Wobbly Tire Vibration don't ignore it! Here's what to do:

• Prioritize safety: Don't continue to drive a car that feels wobbly, especially at high speeds. Some things that cause a Tire Vibration can be serious and cause an accident if not tended to immediately.
• Pull over safely: As soon as you notice a vibration, find a safe place to pull over. Turn on your hazard lights and safely get out and see if there is anything obvious. Check that your Lug Nuts are Tight and that the Wheel feels like it isn't loose. Once you've determined you're safe to continue driving, call your Repair Shop!
• Get a professional inspection: Bring your car to a Mechanic to diagnose the problem. Our Mechanics in Claremont NH will check for possible culprits like Tire Balance, Rim Damage, Worn Suspension Parts, and even Loose Lug Nuts.