In short
Balancing distributes the weight around the wheel with small counterweights, to prevent vibrations in the steering wheel and early wear of tyres and suspension. We do it at every fitting; if you feel vibrations at a certain speed you can also ask for it on wheels that are already fitted.
Why it is needed
A tyre and rim never have perfectly uniform weight. At high speed even a few grams of difference make the wheel vibrate. The balancer finds the spot and shows where to apply the counterweights.
When to do it
- At every fitting of new or seasonal tyres.
- If you feel vibrations in the steering wheel or seat at certain speeds.
- After a puncture repair, if the tyre was demounted.
- After an impact that may have shifted a counterweight.
Balancing or alignment?
Vibrations almost always come from balancing; if instead the car pulls to one side or wear is uneven, the problem is alignment, and you need wheel alignment. In the workshop we tell you which of the two jobs you need.
Frequently asked questions
Is balancing included in the tyre change?
Yes: the quote includes fitting, balancing and disposal of the replaced tyres.
Steering wheel vibrations: balancing or alignment?
Usually it is balancing. If the car pulls to one side or the tyres wear unevenly, an alignment problem is more likely.
Updated on October 5, 2026 by Pneumatici SuperStore, Via Enrico Cosenz 63/1, Milano.