Why Do I Need To Rotate My
Tires?
Tires need to be rotated to
even tire wear front-to-back and side-to-side. When you drive, your
tires wear in a certain way depending on which side of the car they are
on, the roads you're driving on, and the weather you drive in. Tire
rotation helps even out the wear on the tires, making them last longer
and keeping you safer on the road. It's important to rotate the tires
even if they are not showing signs of wear, as the changes might be too
small to notice with just your eyes. Also, when rotating your tires, the
technicians can check the tires for any improper inflation issues or
other major
concerns.
Should I Rotate My Tires Based On The
Season?
Always follow the
recommended guidelines from tire companies about how often you should
rotate your tires, as the distances can vary based on the type of tire.
However, it's important on front-wheel-drive cars to make sure that the
front tires don't get too much wear and tear as they control the power
from the engine, the steering, and 70-80% of the braking. Before winter
or the wet season it's important to make sure these tires are ready, and
a good way to do that is to get them rotated and inspected by one of
our
technicians.
What Kind Of Tire Rotation Do I
Need?
There are a couple
of tire rotation patterns, depending on your style of car and tires. The
pattern of rotation depends on whether you have a front-wheel-drive
car, if the tires are non-directional, if the tires are the same size,
and if the car or truck is 4-wheel or all-wheel-drive. It can also be
good to rotate the spare tire, assuming that it exactly matches the size
and direction of the other four tires on the vehicle. Our service
technicians can help find the right pattern for you and get you back on
the road in no
time!
Schedule A Tire Rotation Appointment
Today
Rotating the tires
on your car or truck is something you need to get done on a regular
basis. We're here to help take care of that for you and get you back on
the road as soon as possible. Whether it's before a road trip, or simply
that time again, contact us to
schedule your next tire rotation. We
look forward to seeing you at our Cockeysville
location!