does one have get wheel alignment done before installing new tires?

 

you usually do the alignment AFTER you get new tires...

 

ya getting the alignment done before instaling new tires is less labor. afterall mechanic will have to remove all four tires to get the alignment done.

 

That takes all of 2 minutes. Shops usually charge a flat fee for alignment anyway, so it wouldn't make a difference in cost. Doing the alignment with new tires installed is easier, as there is no (potentially uneven) wear on them.

 

You don't have to do alignment, but if you really want to it's better to do it after you install new tires.

 

I said (less labor) i didnt mention about (cost)