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Steering angle sensors (SAS) are critical components in modern vehicles, acting as the vital link between the driver’s steering input and the car’s electronic control systems. Installed within the steering column, these sensors continuously monitor the steering wheel’s position, rotation speed, and direction, converting these movements into precise electronic signals. This real-time data is indispensable for a range of advanced safety and driver assistance feature, referred to ADAS. The primary function of a steering angle sensor is to determine exactly where and how the driver intends to steer, ensuring that the vehicle’s wheels respond accurately to steering wheel movements. The sensor uses technologies such as optical encoders or magnetic sensors to measure the angle and rate at which the steering wheel is turned, providing feedback that is accurate to within a fraction of a degree. For redundancy and reliability ... read more

This is part 3 of our series on the imprtance of regular wheel alignments. Click here for part 1, and click here for part 2.Wheel alignments save on fuel cost. The contact between your car tires and the road usually produces friction even when you are driving in a straight line. This is what is commonly known as tires rolling resistance. One of the primary functions of the car engine is to reduce this resistance. The harder it is to reduce tire rolling resistance, the more fuel the engine consumes. Unaligned tires usually have a high rolling resistance. This means that without proper alignment, you will be spending more on fuel. The basics of wheel alignment. When it comes to vehicle maintenance, wheel alignment and balancing are usually confused to be the same thing, or one is confused to be the other. As a driver, understandin ... read more

This is part 2 of our series on the imprtance of regular wheel alignments. Click here for part 1. Wheel alignments extends tire life. When your car has improperly aligned wheels, one you will notice premature wear and tear of the tires. For unaligned wheels, the tires tend to wear either on the edges or all over the tread. The tearing is usually uneven, and the tires are likely to make a noise when you are driving down the road. As tire technology continues to advance, tires are becoming more and more expensive. If you are not careful with the wheels alignment of your car, then you might find yourself spending a fortune replacing your tires now and then. Wheels alignment reduces suspension wear. If there is anything that can be costly in car maintenance, it is suspensions replacement. It is estimated that the cost of replacing the four shock absorbers can range from $350 to $1500. When the ... read more

Five reasons why an annual wheel alignment check is necessary. If you are looking for a way to save cost and drive safely, then getting a wheel alignment is one of the car maintenance services you should consider at least every six months. Als you may know, driving conditions in New York are severe. While many people would only go for alignment if they happen to hit a cub or a pothole - and you certainsly should - research shows that the day to day use of a car affects alignment. Therefore, for cost saving, and safety purposes, this vehicle maintenance service is recommended at least twice in a year or after every 15000 miles. Even though you do not have to wait for signs to have your wheels checked for alignment, some indicators should get you worried. If your car won't drive straight until you turn the steering away ... read more

This is part two of our series on wheel repair. Click here for part one, and click here for part two.And click here to learn more about wheel reapirs at 106St Tire & Wheel and to schedule an appointment.Can steel wheels be re-coated? Yes, it is possible to re-coat steel wheels and other car components, such as hubs, drums, suspension parts, and so on. In conclusion, it is important to ensure that a wheel repair service provider is properly licensed and adequately insured before entrusting your precious wheels to him or her; luckily, we sure are. It is always a good idea to hire a specialist (hint: us) who offers all types of wheel repair services, such as inspection, refurbishment, and replacement, all under one roof. If a wheel repairer ... read more