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What is a Wheel Straightener and Why Does Your Shop Need One?

Par Remise en état des roues sur mai 28, 2025

The need for affordable and safe automotive repairs is really on the rise right now. While diamond cut machines are gaining popularity, wheel straighteners are also making a big impact. They’re showing impressive results for workshops, tire centers, and dealerships. If you’ve got bent or buckled alloy wheels, they can cause vibrations, affect handling, wear out your tires faster, and even compromise safety. With more heavier electric vehicles on the road and the state of our roads getting worse, this issue is becoming even more common than you would think. 

Neglecting in-house structural wheel repair can lead to lost revenue and dissatisfied customers in the competitive automotive service sector. Alloy wheel straightening is a great service that many shops overlook; adding it to your offerings can really boost your workshop and expand what you can provide to your customers.

Table of Contents

    1. The hidden damage that is hurting your customers’ wheels – and how to fix it
    2. The wheel straightening process
    3. The wheel straightener that delivers results fast
    4. Why offering wheel straightening in-house boosts profitability
    5. How to get started with wheel straightening in your workshop

The hidden damage that is hurting your customers’ wheels – and how to fix it

A wheel straightener is a piece of precision hydraulic equipment used to repair bent or warped alloy wheels. These bends on alloy wheels, often caused by potholes, curb impacts, or rough road surfaces, may not always be visible to the naked eye—but they create serious consequences for drivers. Vibrations at speed, unstable steering, and uneven tire wear are all signs of underlying structural damage that only a wheel straightener can fix.

Unlike cosmetic repairs that focus on surface scratches or paint damage, wheel straightening targets the structural integrity of the wheel itself. That distinction matters. Structural wheel damage can compromise safety, handling, and tire longevity much more than cosmetic damage. Therefore, wheel straightening plays a crucial role when it comes to the wheel repair industry.

A service that is profitable, requires low setup costs, and offers quick turnaround times

Many workshops overlook wheel straightening, despite its safety and cost benefits. This often leads to outsourcing repairs or suggesting replacements. Such practices can reduce revenue and harm customer loyalty. 

In-house wheel straightening is a profitable service. It has low setup costs and quick turnaround times, which makes it a key revenue opportunity in a competitive market with high customer expectations.

The wheel straightening process

Straightening a wheel is not guesswork. It’s a measured, technical procedure requiring accuracy, finesse, and the right tools. Here’s how the process works with a professional system like the WM300 alloy wheel straightening machine:

Step 1 - Wheel StraighteningSTEP 1: Diagnose the Deformation
The damaged wheel is mounted onto the machine’s spindle and slowly rotated. As it turns, run-out gauges measure the wheel’s movement and detect any deviation from true roundness—both radially and laterally. This step identifies the exact points of structural distortion that require correction.

Step 2 - Wheel StraighteningSTEP 2: Apply Precision Hydraulic Pressure
After identifying the damaged area, the technician uses the hydraulic correction arm to apply controlled pressure—up to 250 bar—to reshape the rim to OEM specifications. The WM300 enables precise adjustments for wheels up to 26 inches, accommodating various vehicle types.

Step 3 - Wheel StraighteningSTEP 3: Verify and Prepare for Refinishing
After straightening, the wheel is re-rotated and measured to confirm the repair. The entire process takes just 15 to 20 minutes. If the wheel also requires cosmetic refinishing, it can be seamlessly transferred to a painting machine ou Diamond Cutting machine. This integrated workflow minimizes outsourcing, improves turnaround times, and boosts overall profitability for the shop.

The wheel straightener that delivers results fast

Notre wheel straightening machine is purpose-built for alloy wheel restoration. It combines operator-friendly controls with robust electro-hydraulic performance. It can be powered from a standard 220V outlet, integrates seamlessly with other workshop systems, and has a compact footprint that suits mobile setups just as well as fixed locations.

The machine requires no extensive training, making it ideal for operations looking to scale quickly. Its automatic pressure regulation ensures consistency, and its CE-compliant design meets safety and quality standards across Europe and beyond.

With a maximum rim width of 12 inches and precision down to fractions of a millimeter, the machine ensures that even wheels with substantial deformation can be recovered safely—without compromising strength or balance.

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Why offering wheel straightening in-house boosts profitability

Bringing wheel straightening in-house means you can rely less on outside vendors, which helps you save money and get things done faster, leading to happier customers. Plus, it creates a nice revenue stream since each repair usually brings in between €70 and €120, depending on the area and type of vehicle. The costs for materials and labor are pretty low—often under €12—so the return on investment is really solid.

In fact, for a shop doing just two to three repairs per day, a straightener can pay for itself in a matter of months. And because wheel damage is structural and safety-related, the demand is constant—even during economic downturns.

Straightening wheels isn’t just about looking good—it’s really important for getting rid of vibrations, making sure everything’s safe to handle, and passing those roadworthiness checks. That’s why dealerships often choose to repair bent wheels instead of just replacing them. For fleet operators, getting wheels straightened is key to staying compliant and cutting down on downtime. Plus, for EV manufacturers, it’s a smart way to lessen their environmental impact and avoid expensive warranty claims.

How to get started with wheel straightening in your workshop

Bringing wheel straightening into your shop is easier and smarter than you might think. Wheel Restore offers a full package: top-notch equipment, training for your team, installation help, and great aftersales support. You’re not just getting a machine—you’re joining a tried-and-true system that’s all about efficiency and growth.

What really makes this investment easier to handle is the government-backed financing available through Denmark’s export credit agency (EIFO). These financing packages don’t just cover the machine; they can also include tools, training, consumables, and even vehicle costs. This is a great option for businesses looking to expand to multiple locations or those wanting to set up a full-service EV repair shop.

If you’re a dealership trying to cut down on wheel replacement costs under warranty, a tire center looking to boost your revenue, or a mobile repair provider wanting to stand out, a wheel straightener is the way to go. It offers quick returns and lasting value. Plus, it’s an easy-to-implement service that taps into a growing market demand.

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