Alloy wheels are a great way to give your vehicle a facelift, but these costly wheels are susceptible to pothole damage and cracks or dents. However, when the rim of your alloy wheel is bent, you don’t have to worry about replacing the wheel completely. You can get the bent rim straightened at the fraction of the cost of a new one.

Why alloy wheel straightening and repair?

If your alloy wheel is suffering from a bent rim, your vehicle will have the following problems:

• Vibration or a steering wheel shake
• Premature and uneven tyre wear
• Unnecessary wear and tear on your car’s suspension

If you suspect your alloy wheel rim may be bent, it is better to get it checked by an expert. If the rim is not straightened the vibrations will destroy your tyres and can cause serious damage to both the steering and suspension systems.

Advantages of wheel straightening

A professional alloy wheel straightening service provider can restore your broken or bent rim, extending the life of your tyres. By repairing the bent rim you could save hundreds of pounds. The advantages of alloy wheel straightening are:

• Existing wheel refinish is maintained
• Enhanced performance
• Most cost efficient

Finding the right wheel straightening company

It is important that you find the right alloy wheel straightening company as the well being of the tyre determines the well being of your car and your safety. When choosing an alloy wheel straightening service provider you need to take the following into account:

• Reputation of the alloy wheel straightening service provider
• Qualifications of the technicians
• Certifications and licences of the company
• Cost of bent rim straightening services

Wicked Wheels is a reputable and professional company providing mobile alloy wheel repair services. Repairing more than 60,000 alloy wheels to their original condition each year, we are the UK’s largest vehicle refurbisher. Find out exactly what our alloy wheel straightening service will cost you in advance, by checking out the price calculator on our home page now.