Wheel bearings are critical components of your car’s wheel and tyre assembly, typically made from stainless steel to connect the axle with the wheels. Properly maintained wheel bearings can last up to 150,000 miles, but poor maintenance, bumpy roads, and rough driving habits can cause them to fail after around 75,000 miles.
Once these bearings wear out, professional replacement is required. V-Tech Auto provides reliable wheel bearing repair Reading and replacement services to ensure your vehicle remains safe and smooth on the road.
Types of Wheel Bearings
- Ball Bearings: The most common type, found in most vehicles. They absorb radial loads (the vehicle's weight on each wheel) and thrust loads (pressure generated during cornering).
- Precision Ball Bearings: Designed for high-speed vehicles like racing cars. They handle higher rotation speeds and are also used in aeroplane landing wheels.
- Tapered Roller Bearings: Common in premium cars and trucks. Their conical shape provides safer cornering while reducing grinding between undercarriage parts.
Causes of Wheel Bearing Damage
- Low-Grade Bearings: Using inferior bearings is a common cause. At V-Tech Auto, we only use OE-grade bearings from trusted manufacturers.
- Poor Car Modifications: Untrained modifications like fitting incorrect tyre sizes, low-tread tyres, stiff shock absorbers, or unbranded alloys can damage bearings.
- Faulty Installation: Improper installation using heavy hammers, impact wrenches, or reused accessories can lead to early bearing failure. Our professional technicians ensure correct replacement practices every time.
Note: Wheel bearing repair is generally not feasible. Damaged bearings require full replacement to ensure safety and optimal vehicle performance.
Contact Us
For professional wheel bearing repair Reading, visit V-Tech Auto at:
Unit 47, Milford Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 8LG, UK
Alternatively, you can book an appointment by calling 0118 950 2888 or 0787 255 4295.
