Things We See Every Week #2: "The New Tires Didn't Fix It."

A customer came in after replacing all four tires because of a vibration on the freeway.

The vibration was still there.

The tires weren't the problem.

After a quick inspection, we found one of the wheels had a slight bend from a pothole. At low speeds, it wasn't noticeable. At 70 mph, it was enough to cause a vibration through the steering wheel.

It happens more often than people think.

Many vibration complaints can be caused by:
• A bent wheel
• Tire road force variation
• An out-of-balance tire
• A worn suspension component

Replacing parts without identifying the root cause can be frustrating—and expensive.

That's why we always start with a proper inspection before recommending repairs.

Sometimes the fix is exactly what you expected.

Sometimes it's something completely different.

The goal is to solve the problem, not guess at it.

📍 Midnite Auto – Sacramento
Road Force Balance • Alignment • Suspension • Tires & Wheels