Tyres & Wheel Alignment | 4-Wheel Laser Alignment in Kent
Jaguar Land Rover Tyre and Wheel Alignment Specialists
Roberts Country Vehicles (RCV) provides 4-wheel digital laser alignment for Jaguar, Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles from our workshop in East Peckham, Kent. Every alignment is carried out by specialist JLR-trained technicians using laser measurement technology.
We offer a same-day turnaround, competitive pricing and courtesy cars if required.
Finding that your Jaguar, Land Rover or Range Rover is pulling to one side? Are the tyres wearing unevenly, or do you notice your steering wheel is sitting off-centre? These are all classic symptoms of misalignment. Whether it’s one of these symptoms or you want your vehicle checked over after hitting a pothole, we’ll set each wheel carefully back to the manufacturer’s exact specification.
You can book your wheel alignment online, or give us a call on 01622 873000.
Wheel alignment at RCV – At a glance
| Service | 4-wheel digital laser alignment |
| Price | Fixed with no hidden fees |
| Vehicles | Most Jaguar, Land Rover & Range Rover models |
| Turnaround | Same day (courtesy cars available if needed) |
| Location | East Peckham, near Paddock Wood, Kent (TN12 5HH) |
| Experience | 30+ years as JLR specialists |
| Parts | Genuine or OEM |
Find the right wheel alignment service for your vehicle
We’ve created specific wheel alignment pages for each marque so you know exactly what your Jaguar, Land Rover or Range Rover wheel alignment includes. We explore model-specific details and answer the common questions that owners ask. Choose yours below:
- Range Rover wheel alignment: Including Sport, Evoque and Velar. Air suspension models need alignment referenced to the ride height, which we account for on every job.
- Land Rover wheel alignment: Including Defender and Discovery. Off-road use, lift kits and heavy loads can all shift alignment, so these models benefit from regular checks.
- Jaguar wheel alignment: Including F-Pace, XF, XE and classics such as the E-Type and X-Type. Performance models on low-profile tyres show misalignment wear quickly.
What is 4-wheel laser alignment?
Wheel alignment is the process of adjusting the angles of the vehicle’s wheels so they sit exactly as the manufacturer intended, relative to each other and the road. A 4-wheel laser alignment, like ours, measures and adjusts all four wheels, not just the front pair, with laser sensors reading camber, caster and toe angles to a fraction of a degree.
At RCV, we compare each reading against the factory spec for your model, then adjust the front and rear suspension geometry until each angle is correct. The result:
- Even tyre wear
- Sharper handling
- Better fuel economy
- A safer driving experience
Is wheel alignment the same as tracking?
No. Tracking is a part of wheel alignment, not the whole job. You might often see them used interchangeably, but there is a difference:
- Tracking: The readjusting of the toe of the front wheels only. Essentially, how far they point in or out. It’s a quick, front-only adjustment.
- 4-wheel alignment: Checks and adjusts all the relevant angles across front and rear axles.
Front-only tracking can leave misalignment uncorrected, which leads to continued wear and affected handling. For Jaguar and Land Rover models, a full 4-wheel alignment is almost always the right choice, which is why it’s the service we offer as standard.
Wheel alignment vs wheel balancing: Understanding the differences
These are two separate jobs that are often easily confused. Many vehicles benefit from both, and we can advise on which yours needs when you visit. For a fuller explanation, see our guide to wheel alignment and wheel balancing.
| Wheel alignment | Wheel balancing | |
| What it corrects | The angle the wheel sits at | Uneven weight distribution around the wheel |
| Main symptom | Car pulls to one side, uneven tyre wear | Vibration through the steering wheel |
| When it’s needed | After potholes, kerb knocks, new suspension parts | After fitting new tyres or when weights are lost |
Signs your wheels need aligning
You should book wheel alignment checks if you notice any of the following:
- The car pulls to one side when you drive on a straight and level road
- The steering wheel sits off-centre when you are going straight
- Uneven or premature tyre wear (often worse on one edge)
- Vibration or looseness through the steering
- Squealing or scrubbing from the tyres at low speed
Misalignment often follows a pothole, hitting a kerb or work on the suspension. Left unchecked, it can significantly shorten tyre life and can compromise driver, passenger and pedestrian safety.
How much does 4-wheel alignment cost?
Our four-wheel digital laser alignment is charged at one set price with no hidden fees or surprise charges. Contact us today for the latest pricing.
You may find some places charge less and others charge considerably more, but at RCV, you can rest assured that every alignment is conducted by JLR-trained technicians who fully understand your Jaguar, Land Rover or Range Rover. They carefully reference your vehicle against its factory specifications and use genuine or OEM parts throughout. On air suspension Range Rovers, and heavily-used Land Rovers in particular, that model-specific expertise is what separates a correct alignment from an approximate one.
With prices up to 40% cheaper than main dealers, we are proud to offer dealer-level precision at independent-level pricing. And, if your vehicle requires any additional work to keep you safe on the road, we’ll let you know before racing ahead, completing it and bolting it to your bill. You are always welcome to say no.
How long does wheel alignment take?
A standard 4-wheel laser alignment typically takes about an hour; this means your vehicle is normally ready to collect on the same day. If additional adjustment or suspension work is needed, we’ll let you know and provide an indication of how long it will take. You can wait on-site if you prefer, or if you have extra errands to run, need to be on the road sooner, or simply cannot wait, you can take advantage of our courtesy cars to help you on your way.
Why choose RCV for wheel alignment?
- JLR specialists for 30+ years: Jaguar and Land Rover are all we do, so we know these vehicles inside out.
- Genuine or OEM parts only: Quality is never compromised.
- Cheaper than main dealers: Our competitive pricing gives you premium standards without the premium price.
- Courtesy cars available: Stay on the road even if your vehicle stays with us.
- Same-day turnaround: With most wheel alignments, you’ll have your vehicle back on the same day.
- Convenient: Perfect location for owners in Kent, Surrey, Essex and London.
We also offer MOTs, full servicing and advanced diagnostics.
Where to find us
We are based at Waterside Garage, Branbridges Road, East Peckham, Kent, TN12 5HH. Near Paddock Wood, we are easily reachable from across the South East.
Phone: 01622 873000
Email: info@rcv.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-5.15 pm, Sat 8 am-12 pm
Tyre and Wheel Alignment FAQs
We specialise in Jaguar, Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles. We do not work on other manufacturers’ vehicles. Contact us today to ask about your model and get your service booked.
Not quite. Tracking is normally for adjusting the front wheels’ toe only, whereas a 4-wheel alignment adjusts angles on all four wheels. We carry out 4-wheel alignment as standard.
As a general guide, you should aim to have them aligned every 12 months or every 12,000 miles. You should also consider wheel alignment if you have hit a pothole hard, had any work done on the suspension or bumped a kerb. If you notice pulling or uneven tyre wear, you should book a check right away.
Yes. In most cases, alignments are completed on the same day. If not, a courtesy car can be made available to you if you wish.
We are based in West Kent but have customers coming to visit us from across the country. If you own a Jaguar or Land Rover and it needs a service, bring it to us. We are an independent business that knows just how much the personal touch is appreciated. Without bias, without fuss but with full focus, professionalism and quality. RCV ensure your Land Rover is given the best tyre and wheel alignment service possible.