Q: Why do my wheels feel like they are not moving correctly?

asked by on May 15, 2017

When I drive my wheels feel like they don't move correctly. Like there is a slide that happens. My pedal has a vibration at times. They are all the same tires purchased from discount tire. Is my wheel gonna come off while driving? Am I ruining my truck?

My car has 188000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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