If you’re still feeling a steering wheel or seat vibration after a standard balance, road force balancing (also called ride matching) can help pinpoint and fix the cause. Book an appointment to diagnose and correct hard‑to‑solve vibrations at your nearest America’s Tire.
Selected store: 2501 Mount Holly Rd, Burlington, NJ 08016
Road force balancing uses a load roller to simulate how your tires behave under real road pressure. This reveals issues that a standard spin balance may miss, such as: - Radial force variation or hard spots in a tire - Wheel or tire runout (out‑of‑round conditions) - Mounting mismatches between a tire and wheel - Assembly-related imbalances that only show under load
Using this data, our technicians can match‑mount the tire to the wheel, correct assembly runout, and re-balance for a smoother ride. If neither a standard nor a road force balance resolves the vibration, it may indicate a non-tire source (suspension, brakes, drivetrain), and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Consider this service if you experience: - Persistent vibration at specific speeds after a recent balance - Vibration that worsens after hitting a pothole or curb - New tires that never felt “right” from day one - Repeated balance attempts that don’t solve the issue
If you’re replacing tires as part of solving a vibration issue, consider America’s Tire’s Certificate for Repair, Refund or Replacement. It provides coverage against road hazards and manufacturer defects for covered tires: - With more than 3/32" of tread depth - Within 3 years of purchase
Nonrepairable damage? We’ll refund the covered tire’s full purchase price for a replacement—no prorating or disqualifications.