New Alignment Equipment at Tyrepower West Perth: Greater Precision, More Capacity, Better Tyre Care

Tyrepower West Perth has installed the latest Rotary XA12 wheel alignment hoist, giving our technicians more accuracy and capacity across a wider range of vehicles – from EVs and hybrid SUVs to large 4WDs, utes and light commercials. Accurate alignment protects your tyre investment, improves steering feel and stability, and helps keep you safer on the road.

In this article:

• Why we’ve upgraded our alignment equipment
• What’s new: The Rotary XA12 Alignment Hoist
• Built for modern vehicles: EVs, 4WDs, Utes & SUVs
• Why accurate wheel alignment matters
• Signs you might need a wheel alignment
• What happens during a wheel alignment at Tyrepower West Perth
• Key takeaways
• FAQs

Why we’ve upgraded our alignment equipment

At Tyrepower West Perth, we’ve invested in a new Rotary XA12 wheel alignment hoist, and it’s all about precision. Modern vehicles are heavier, wider and longer than ever, from electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid SUVs to full-size 4WDs, utes and light commercials.

This upgrade reflects our ongoing commitment to giving customers the most accurate wheel alignment possible – to help you get the best life, safety and performance from the tyres you already have.

What’s new: the Rotary XA12 Alignment Hoist

The Rotary XA12 brings several improvements to how we carry out wheel alignments at our West Perth workshop:

• Updated vehicle database: the latest manufacturer specifications, so alignment settings are matched precisely to your vehicle’s make, model and year.
• Brand new turn plates and rear slip plates: these allow the suspension to settle and move naturally during the alignment process, leading to more accurate readings and adjustments.
• Improved under-vehicle access and lighting: making it easier and safer for our technicians to inspect and adjust steering and suspension components while your vehicle is on the hoist.
• Greater capacity for heavier and longer vehicles: meaning we can now confidently align a wider range of vehicles than before.

Built for modern vehicles: EVs, 4WDs, utes & SUVs

One of the biggest reasons for this upgrade is the changing mix of vehicles we see every day. The new hoist gives us stronger capacity for heavier modern vehicles, including electric vehicles, hybrid SUVs, large 4WDs, utes and light commercial vehicles.

It’s also better suited to longer-wheelbase vehicles, think Toyota LandCruiser and Prado, Ford Ranger and Everest, Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max and MU-X, Mazda BT-50, Nissan Navara and Patrol, and Mitsubishi Triton. If you drive one of these vehicles – or an EV – and you’re due for a wheel alignment, our new equipment is built with your vehicle in mind.

Why accurate wheel alignment matters

Wheel alignment isn’t just a box-ticking exercise, it has a direct impact on how your car drives, how long your tyres last, and how safe it is on the road. When your wheels are correctly aligned:

• Your tyres wear evenly, helping you get the full life out of every set – protecting the investment you’ve made in good-quality tyres.
• Your steering feels lighter and more responsive, with less pulling or wandering.
• Your vehicle tracks straight and feels more stable, particularly at highway speeds or when towing.
• Braking and handling stay closer to how the manufacturer designed them to perform – an important safety factor.

If you’re not sure what’s involved in a wheel alignment, our guide to what wheel alignment is explains the basics, and our breakdown of what’s included in our wheel alignment service covers exactly what happens when you book in with us.

Signs you might need a wheel alignment

Not sure if it’s time for an alignment check? Here are some of the most common signs:

• You’ve just had new tyres fitted.
• Your car pulls or drifts to one side, even on a flat road.
• The steering wheel sits off-centre when driving straight.
• You’ve recently hit a pothole, kerb or piece of road debris.
• You’ve had suspension or steering work done.
• Your tyres are wearing unevenly, feathering, or scrubbing on one edge.
• You’re heading off on (or have just returned from) a long road trip — especially in a 4WD, SUV or ute.
• It’s simply part of your regular tyre maintenance, particularly if you do a lot of city driving, towing, or carry heavy loads.

If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth booking a wheel alignment check with our team.

What happens during a wheel alignment at Tyrepower West Perth

Every wheel alignment at Tyrepower West Perth starts with our technicians placing your vehicle on the new Rotary XA12 hoist, where the updated turn plates and slip plates allow your suspension to settle naturally. We then measure your current alignment angles against the latest manufacturer specifications for your exact vehicle, and adjust as needed to bring everything back within range.

For a full breakdown of what’s included and what to expect, read our guide: What’s Included in Our Wheel Alignment Service.

Key takeaways

• Tyrepower West Perth has installed a new Rotary XA12 wheel alignment hoist.
• The upgrade brings an updated vehicle database, new turn plates and rear slip plates, and improved under-vehicle access and lighting.
• It gives us stronger capacity for EVs, hybrid SUVs, large 4WDs, utes and light commercial vehicles — including longer-wheelbase models like the LandCruiser, Prado, Ranger, Hilux, D-Max, MU-X, BT-50, Navara, Triton, Pajero Sport and Patrol.
• Accurate alignment protects tyre life, improves steering feel and stability, and supports safer driving.
• Watch for signs like pulling to one side, uneven tyre wear, an off-centre steering wheel, or after hitting a pothole or having suspension work done.