Tire Rotation

What Is Tire Rotation?

Tire rotation means changing the position of the tires on your vehicle periodically. As a reference, tire rotation should happen after every 5,000 miles you drive, or as recommended by the manufactuer of your vehicle. This means, for the average driver, your tires should be rotated every time your oil is changed.

Regularly rotating your tires also provides the opportunity to observe if there is any visible damage, check the air pressure, have them rebalanced if need be, and check the tread depth.

Why Is Tire Rotation Important?

When you routinely rotate your tires, the wear of all four tires is spread evenly, which is crucial for safety reasons. An even wear improves braking and handling of the car, and prevents blowouts. Tire rotation helps traction remain consistent and improves the longevity of the tires, extending their life and saving you money. 

The individual positioning of each tire beneath the car demands a different amount of give. When you drive, steering, breaking, engine power, and the weight distribution of the car all place their own burden on your tires causing them to wear according to the stress they take on. Rotating allows your tires to share that stress so the burden is distributed evenly. It is suggested to rotate your tires every 5,000 miles in order to maintain this even wear.

What Does A Tire Rotation Look Like?

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