Belmont Auto Repair

A car can feel perfectly normal around town, then start to feel vague and unsettled once you are cruising at highway speed. You may find yourself making constant little corrections to keep it centered, or the vehicle may drift more than it used to when the wind hits, or you pass a larger truck. Sometimes it feels like the front end is light, even though nothing is obviously broken. That loose steering feeling usually comes from a few repeat offenders, and catching it early can save tires, reduce stress, and keep the car predictable in quick lane changes. Common Ways Loose Steering Shows Up At Highway Speed Loose steering often feels like a delay; you turn the wheel slightly, and the car responds a beat later. Some drivers notice the steering wheel does not self-center as smoothly after a gentle curve, so they end up guiding it back. Others describe a wandering sensation where the car tracks fine for a second, then needs correction, then drifts again. Pay attention ... read more