Choosing between a wheel clamp and a tire clamp is rarely just a matter of preference. The wrong contact method can slow setup, limit vehicle coverage, or create unnecessary risk for painted and polished rims.
Yes, precision wheel alignment clamps can be more reliable than ordinary clamps, especially when a workshop needs stable mounting, repeatable positioning, and smooth operation during daily wheel alignment work. However, the reason is not that the clamp itself measures the vehicle. A wheel alignment