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Precision Wheel Alignment

Wheel Alignment In GuildfordStop Uneven Tyre Wear

Surrey's kerbs, potholes and speed bumps knock your wheels out of line — and mis-aligned wheels scrub money off your tyres every mile. Our precision alignment resets your geometry to the manufacturer's spec, so your car tracks straight and your tyres last.

Fixes uneven wear & pulling Manufacturer-spec settings Same-day, while you wait
Signs You Need Alignment
Your steering pulls to one side
The clearest sign your tracking is out
Uneven tyre wear
More wear on one edge than the other
Steering wheel sits crooked
Off-centre when driving straight
After kerbs or new tyres
Always worth a check to protect the rubber
Book An Alignment Check
How It Works

Your Alignment In Four Steps

A proper alignment takes measurement, not guesswork. Here's what we actually do.

01
We Measure
Sensors read your current camber, caster and toe against the manufacturer's exact figures for your car.
02
We Show You
You see the before readings — green for in-spec, red for out — so nothing is taken on trust.
03
We Adjust
We set the adjustable angles back to spec, straightening how the wheels point and sit.
04
We Confirm
A final readout shows everything back in the green, and your steering wheel sitting straight.
Why It's Worth It

What Alignment Saves You

Alignment is the cheapest way to protect the most expensive consumable on your car — its tyres.

01
Makes tyres last longer
Mis-alignment scrubs the tread off one edge fast. Correcting it can add thousands of miles to a set of tyres.
02
Safer, predictable handling
Correct geometry means the car goes where you point it and brakes in a straight line — especially in the wet.
03
Better fuel economy
Wheels fighting each other create drag. Aligned wheels roll freely, saving a little fuel every mile.
04
No more pulling or wandering
A car that tracks straight is less tiring to drive and doesn't drift on the motorway.
05
Protects new tyres
Fitting new tyres without checking alignment is false economy — they'll wear the same way the old ones did.
06
Quick and same-day
Most alignments are done while you wait. Book a slot and you're usually away within the hour.
Our Tyre Fitters

People who
know their tyres.

Every fitter on our floor is trained, experienced and has been with us for years. Your wheels are in safe hands.

46+
Combined yrs
4
Specialists
100%
In-house
MT
Senior Tyre Fitter
Fitting, balancing & TPMS
18 yrs
WA
Wheel Alignment Specialist
Camber, caster & toe correction
12 yrs
EV
EV & Run-Flat Specialist
EV-rated, run-flat & OE fitments
6 yrs
SA
Service Advisor
Tyre quotes, sizes & bookings
10 yrs
Open Today · Same-Day Tyre Fitting

Need new tyres?
Fitted in under an hour.

Thousands of tyres fitted for drivers across Guildford. Call with your tyre size for an all-in quote — no pressure, no obligation.

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Same-day fitting · Free tyre check · No obligation · 4.9★ from 1,200+ reviews

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Experience
Fitting new tyres soon? Align them too.
New tyres on a mis-aligned car wear out the same way the old ones did. Add an alignment and protect your investment from day one.
Camber, Caster & Toe

What We Actually Adjust

Three angles decide how your tyres meet the road. When they drift out of spec, your tyres pay for it.

Toe
Whether the wheels point slightly in or out. Incorrect toe is the fastest cause of feathered, uneven wear.
Camber
The inward or outward tilt of the wheel. Too much wears one edge and can pull the car to one side.
Caster
The steering-axis angle. It affects straight-line stability and how the steering self-centres.
Why it drifts out
Kerb strikes, potholes and worn suspension parts all nudge these angles off over time — normal Surrey driving does it gradually.
Steering pulling to one side? Get it checked.
It's usually a quick, inexpensive fix — and it saves your tyres. Call us and we'll take a look, often the same day.
Guildford Garage · 15+ Areas Nearby

Our workshop is right on your doorstep.

Giant Auto Care is a fixed garage based in Guildford. Customers drive to us from across Surrey — most are here within 15 minutes. Covering GU1–GU8, GU22 and GU23 postcodes and beyond.

15+
Nearby areas
<15 min
Most drives to us
Same day
Most bookings
25 yr
Serving Surrey

Areas that visit our Guildford workshop

GuildfordGU1
2 min0.5 mi
StoughtonGU2
5 min1.6 mi
Onslow VillageGU2
5 min1.8 mi
BurphamGU4
6 min2.1 mi
ShalfordGU4
6 min2.2 mi
MerrowGU4
7 min2.4 mi
WorplesdonGU3
8 min3.4 mi
SendGU23
10 min4.2 mi
GodalmingGU7
12 min4.6 mi
AshGU12
12 min5.0 mi
WokingGU22
14 min6.3 mi
CranleighGU6
16 min7.8 mi
Common Questions

Wheel Alignment — Answered

How much is wheel alignment in Guildford?
Front (two-wheel) alignment starts. Four-wheel alignment, needed on some cars, costs more — we'll tell you which your car needs before doing anything. If you're buying tyres from us, the alignment check is free.
How do I know if my wheels need aligning?
The common signs are the car pulling to one side, a steering wheel that sits off-centre when you're going straight, uneven tyre wear (more on one edge), or vague, wandering steering. If you've recently hit a kerb or pothole, or fitted new tyres, it's worth a check.
How often should I get my alignment checked?
Once a year, whenever you fit new tyres, or any time after a hard kerb or pothole strike. It's a cheap check that protects an expensive set of tyres.
What's the difference between tracking and alignment?
'Tracking' usually refers to a basic front-wheel (toe) adjustment. Full wheel alignment measures and where possible adjusts more angles — camber, caster and toe — across the axles for a more complete setup. We'll advise which your car actually needs.
Can you do alignment the same day?
Yes, most alignments are done while you wait, usually within the hour. Give us a call and we'll book you a slot.
Straighten It Out Today
Book a precision alignment and stop your tyres wearing out before their time. Same-day slots, honest advice, manufacturer-spec settings.
Alignment Pricing
Checked first — we only do what your car needs.
Call 01252 323077
Find Us

Our Garage Is In Guildford

We're based right here in Guildford, Surrey — easy to reach from across the town and the surrounding areas. Pop in, or call ahead on 01252 323077 and we'll have everything ready for you.