If you want to keep your vehicle at its best, you need to know when to rotate your tires. Most drivers rely on a 5,000- to 7,500-mile interval, but it’s important to understand why! What’s more, many different factors can impact your rate of tire wear. So, how often should you rotate your tires? We’ve covered everything you need to know before you schedule service.
While 5,000- to 7,500-miles is a good baseline estimate, your owner’s manual may include a different recommendation. It’s always best to stick to the guidelines laid out by the experts, and besides, the interval given above won’t work for every vehicle.
Just for starters, the tires on all-wheel drive vehicles tend to wear down more quickly than those on FWD and RWD vehicles. If you drive a model with AWD, you should rotate your tires every 3,000 to 5,000 miles or so.
Scheduling a tire rotation with every oil change eliminates most of the risks that come with uneven tire wear.
Of course, if you know what tire rotation is designed to accomplish, you don’t necessarily need to have a firm idea of how many miles to rotate tires for. Since tire rotation is supposed to counteract differences in tread wear and ensure that all tires wear down at the same rate, you can determine when it’s time for a rotation by getting up close and personal with your tires.
If you don’t remember when you had your last rotation in Sicklerville or Mullica Hill, use a tread wear gauge to measure the differences in tread depth between your tires:
While you’re at it, make sure to check your TPMS to determine if you have enough air in your tires. Improper tire pressure can accelerate the rate at which your tires wear down.
You know that tire rotation helps to prolong the life of your tires, but you may not realize that it can also improve your vehicle’s performance and help it work just as its makers intended! Here’s how it works:
If you’re still doing research, explore more of our service tips and tricks without ever leaving the comfort of your home. If you’re ready to make an appointment, our rotating service specials can help you make your visit that much more enjoyable.