Once the car determines that there is a wheel alignment flaw, it will ask the driver whether they want to fix the issue now or at a later date. If the driver says yes, the connected features will find the nearest auto shop and set the navigation. If the driver says no, the car will provide a reminder at a predetermined interval, like every time you start the vehicle.
Why is a system like this necessary? According to General Motors, it extends vehicle and tire life. It’s one of the most common car problems, and it’s pretty easy to identify if you’ve been driving for years. Symptoms include restless and noisy steering, the car pulling in one direction, and uneven tire wear. It’s also one of those once-a-year checks you must do on a car, but we all know that 99% of drivers don’t follow an optimal car maintenance schedule.
A system like this will be beneficial across GM’s vast product range, but especially in high-performance cars like the Corvette. Poor wheel alignment has a drastic impact on tire wear, wheel balance, suspension components, and braking.
