Wheel alignment is a critical, but oft-overlooked, part of car maintenance. Thankfully, despite its importance, it's not too expensive to get done.

A tire balance and alignment are both important to have on your vehicle maintenance schedule. However, there are differences between the two services.

Vibrations at high speeds are typically caused by unbalanced tires, not a need for a wheel alignment. A car door that is difficult to shut could be misaligned or simply need lubrication. Some experts ...