Proper trailer axle/wheel alignment is critical to maximizing tire life, and it's only become more important with the use of wide-base single tires on trailers for fuel economy and weight savings.

Misalignment is the second leading cause of lost tread mileage after improper inflation. This is probably because most truckers don't understand the importance of total vehicle alignment (steer as ...

Most people know that misaligned axles on tractors can result in irregular wear on the steer and drive tires. But what about the trailers? Most people know that misaligned axles on tractors can result ...

Front-end and full-vehicle alignment tends to be an afterthought for many fleets, often happening only after a driver logs a complaint. “From a fleet perspective, alignments are a lot like doctor ...

This article and its sidebar were adapted and edited from the original versions, "Tire Maintenance and Avoiding Tire Blow-Out," "3 Signs Your Trailer Needs Repair," and "5 Common Trailer Tire ...