Wheel Alignment

Precision alignment for safer handling, longer tyre life, and a smoother drive.

Improve handling, reduce tyre wear, and drive with confidence

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Why Wheel Alignment Matters...

Correct wheel alignment is essential for safety, fuel economy, and the lifespan of your tyres. Misaligned wheels can cause your car to pull to one side, reduce handling performance, and lead to uneven tyre wear, costing you more in the long run.

At DCM Autocentres, our technicians use advanced equipment to measure and adjust your wheel angles with accuracy, restoring your vehicle to the manufacturer’s recommended settings.

The Benefits of Proper Wheel Alignment

When your wheels are correctly aligned, you’ll notice immediate improvements:

Smoother, safer handling

Reduced tyre wear and longer tyre life

Improved comfort and driving stability

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Signs your wheels may be misaligned

It’s time to book a wheel alignment if you notice any of the following:

  • Car pulling to one side while driving
  • Steering wheel is off-centre when driving straight
  • Uneven or rapid tyre wear
  • Squealing tyres during turns
  • Vibration or looseness in steering

If you’re experiencing any of these issues, don’t ignore them as alignment problems can worsen over time and compromise your safety.

Our Wheel Alignment Services

We provide complete alignment checks and adjustments to improve your driving experience:

  • Front and/or rear alignment check
  • Adjustments to camber, caster & toe (where adjustable)
  • Steering wheel straightening
  • Suspension & tyre wear inspection
  • Before & after alignment readings
  • Honest advice on any additional issues

Simple 4-Step Wheel Alignment Process

Getting your wheels aligned with us is quick, accurate, and hassle-free. Here’s how it works:

  • 1 Vehicle Inspection - We begin with a check of your tyres, suspension, and steering, as well as discussing any handling concerns you’ve noticed.
  • 2 Alignment Measurement - Using advanced digital alignment equipment, we measure your wheels against the exact specifications set by the manufacturer.
  • 3 Precise Adjustments - If required, we fine-tune the camber, caster, and toe angles to ensure your wheels are perfectly aligned for safe, smooth driving.
  • 4 Final Check & Report - To finish, we test your steering and handling, then provide a clear before-and-after report so you can see the difference.
How often should I get my wheel alignment checked?

We recommend having it checked every 12 months or whenever you fit new tyres, notice uneven wear, or experience steering issues.

We are highly rated and reviewed

Caroline Knight profile pictureCaroline Knight
07:36 20 Aug 25
Quick & efficient service. Very helpful & friendly
Sam Old profile pictureSam Old
07:45 05 Aug 25
I have used this company twice recently, an emergency tyre on a Beetle and an emergency (unusual) battery on a classic Golf. Both times they have been excellent. Very helpful, professional and friendly staff. Highly recommend .
Freja Holvey profile pictureFreja Holvey
09:06 28 Jul 25
We highly recommend DCM! We travel over an hour to use their services because the team is always so friendly, supportive, and professional. They clearly explain any work needed without pressuring us—always prioritising the safety of our vehicle. Their online system is fantastic, offering a clear breakdown and photos of their findings, which really helps us feel informed and confident. When we couldn’t make it during business hours to collect our car, they kindly arranged a secure lock box system so we could pick it up at our convenience. Thank you so much, DCM!
James Stevenson profile pictureJames Stevenson
08:46 28 Jul 25
A very efficient, effective and courteous service. Thank you.
Maria C (Maria C) profile pictureMaria C (Maria C)
03:48 23 Jul 25
No words can do justice to the entire team of DCM Shaftesbury, they all give their best making everything they can to help.
Honest company with the best management, very transparent about prices and their services are always outstanding. I am grateful to finally have a reliable mechanic that I can fully trust. Regardless of their busy schedule, the reception is always welcoming and helpful
Jennie Shearing profile pictureJennie Shearing
09:26 22 Jul 25
Absolutely outstanding service. Both myself and my partner have used DCM and had flawless experience. Most recent visit I had my newborn with me and they were so kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend!!!! Thank you team!
tracey jones profile picturetracey jones
18:07 19 Jul 25
Excellent service. Polite and friendly would definitely recommend
All Staff are friendly from the front desk to the mechanics. Recently done lots of work to my car that had a number of big issues, however staff were kind and considerate throughout the process and even let me have a free courtesy car

Really recommend DCM in Shaftesbury
michael ovenden profile picturemichael ovenden
06:55 15 Jul 25
Each time I call in with an issue they are excellent, always helpful and cheerful and great value for money. Excellent 👍
Richard Liddiard profile pictureRichard Liddiard
14:36 14 Jul 25
Great service, car broke down on the Sunday they took it in first thing Tuesday all sorted and great value for money. All staff friendly and very helpfull would recommend to everyone
Richard