What Does a Tire Rotation Actually Do?
A tire rotation might not seem like much at first glance. Our mechanics will be switching the position of your tires, so those in the back may end up in the front or vice versa depending on the drivetrain of your vehicle. While this seems simple, there’s a pretty important reason that this is a routine service. Your tires aren’t wearing away at the same rate when you drive. That’s right, depending on your drivetrain, certain tires will be working harder than others. This means that they’re going to wear away faster as well. To give you an example, FWD models put more stress on the tires in the front while RWD vehicles usually lose their rear tires first. By swapping your tires, you’re essentially giving the hardworking tires a break. If your tires are properly rotated, then you’ll find that each tire wears away at about the same rate.
When Should I Get a Tire Rotation?
It’s generally recommended that you rotate your tires every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. This lines up pretty well with your oil change, as if you’re using synthetic oil, you’ll end up needing a new batch at around the same time. Because of this, most drivers pair these services together. This way, you’ll easily know when it’s time for your next rotation. If it’s been a while since you’ve had this service, then one of our many Premier Carlsbad locations should be able to help you. You can find us at Premier Chevrolet of Carlsbad, Premier Buick GMC of Carlsbad, Premier Cadillac of Carlsbad, and Premier Kia of Carlsbad. This service generally doesn’t take very long to complete, so you’ll be in and out of the dealership quickly. While you wait on your vehicle, you can feel free to explore our brand-new vehicles.
Are There Other Tire Services?
Tire rotations are important, but this isn’t the only service that you’ll need to keep in mind. Tire balancing is designed to correct the weight of your tires, which should help your performance on the road. Unbalanced tires can be a nightmare to drive with, as they can start to bounce when you reach higher speeds. There’s also your tire alignment, which corrects the angle of your tires. If you hit a curb or you have your car lifted, then there’s a good chance that this will throw your alignment off. If your tires aren’t meeting the road at the right angle, then they’re going to wear away faster due to the extra friction.
