Wheel Alignment in Stanley
Wheel Alignment by General Garage
If you’re searching for a wheel alignment in Stanley, you may already know that correctly aligned wheels are absolutely essential for safe and comfortable driving. But did you know that wheel alignment can also save you money in a couple of ways? Firstly, poorly aligned tyres wear out faster and need to be replaced more often. Secondly, they can also decrease fuel mileage by up to 10%, meaning you have to fill up more often.
The solution is to have your wheels properly aligned—and then keep them that way with an annual wheel alignment by General Garage. Our highly skilled technicians use state-of-the-art technology to ensure your steering is centred and that all four wheels are parallel, sitting flat on the road.
General Garage
Manager:Robert WestgarthEstablished in the 1980's, General Garage is a family run business based in Annfield Plain, Stanley, County Durham. Providing MOT, servicing and repairs to all makes and models of cars and vans, petrol, diesel and electric. We offer an easy and friendly service to all of our existing and new customers. Out staff are all qualified and offer service with a smile. Free Collection and Delivery service available!
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We're rated at 4.9 out of 5 stars by our Google review customers.
General Garage details
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Other services offered by General Garage
MOT
The MOT test is issued by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and offered as one of many services at General Garage. All of our MOT testers are trained to the highest levels.
Brake Inspection
Go to General Garage to have your brakes checked at least once a year (or every 12,000 miles) to ensure you are safe.
Servicing
Servicing 1000s of cars every year in Stanley. Book your oil change, interim service or full service at General Garage to keep your car running in tip-top condition.
Frequently asked questions
No, it's not the same.
Alignment involves setting the wheels on each axle in parallel, and the axles parallel to each other, adjusting wheel angles so that the car steering does not drift to one side, as well as ensuring driver comfort and good grip for the tyres, thus guaranteeing safety at the wheel.
Balancing is a mechanical process of adjusting the wheels to prevent vehicle vibration at any speed, no matter what type of driving is used.
The modern car is built for comfort, performance and handling. In order to achieve and maintain the best ride possible, the steering and suspension needs to be measured and adjusted within the motor manufacturer’s specifications. This can only be done by measuring all four wheels and having a proper full four wheel alignment measurement.
Wheel alignment can be affected by hitting the kurb or a large pothole in the road or travelling regularly on gravel roads. If alignment is out, it can cause excessive wear to your tyres and problems with steering or suspension.
General Garage customer reviews
"Honestly I can’t recommend them enough. A really friendly family run business that you can trust and you know you will end up with the best solution for your budget. They’ve even offered to lend me equipment to work on my own car but I don’t like borrowing other peoples tools."
"Great service from start to finish honest and frank advice feel they truly care about the customers best interest will be using them regularly"
"My name is Tigist,I just take my car to repair. I am so pleased with work done very reasonable price, I am over the moon. I definitely recommend, 👍the people very pleasant and friendly. I just want to say thank you for good job 🙏👍"
"I cannot recommend this garage highly enough! They are friendly, approachable, professional and super efficient, always going the extra mile to deliver excellent customer service. They give honest, trustworthy and professional advice. They always try their very best to fit you in even at very short notice. I would never go anywhere else. A massive thank you to Rob, Ash and the whole team at General Garage!"
"Had issues with my car gear box and clutch and after seeing so many good reviews about General Garage I gave them a call. From the minute Rob answered the phone, he and the rest of the lads have been so incredibly welcoming and so helpful. I’ve been to other garages in Stanley where as a young lass I felt intimidated and felt I wasn’t being taken seriously but these guys would do anything for anyone and all they care about is getting you a fair price and getting the job done properly. I will now be a returning customer, and anything my car needs I’m coming to these guys."
"I honestly can't recommend this garage enough! The staff consistently go above and beyond, providing exceptional service and honest advice. They've always been incredibly trustworthy, not just with me, but with my daughter too. Just be sure to book early – they're always busy for a good reason!"
"couldn't recommend this garage enough. they have always got my car in and repaired in record times even when it's been last minute and they have been busy. trust them completely, so much so that i still take my car there even though i no longer live in the area. good mechanics are hard to find and these are golden"
"I can’t recommend this garage enough. Each and every person who works here goes above and beyond no matter what is wrong with my car/cars. They do everything they can to help with any issues. Will never go anywhere else! Thank you guys!!"
"car was booked in Monday. Picked it back today cannot recommend this garage highly enough. Thanks so much!"
"Huge thanks to rob and ash for always getting my car (kia venga) back in tip top shape after today it feels loads better already !!! Cheers guys cant thank you enough xx"