How Often Should You Rotate Your Tires?

Tire rotations are one of the most important regular maintenance tasks you can perform on your car, truck, or SUV. Yet this task is overlooked by vehicle owners. Knowing when to rotate tires can lengthen the life of your tires while improving handling and fuel efficiency on every Sicklerville drive. We discuss how often you should rotate tires and when to rotate tires from the service team at Chevrolet Of Turnersville.

How Often Should You Rotate Tires for the Best Results?

Most experts recommend tire rotations every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. You need to know this is just a general rule. You need to follow the recommendations from the manufacturer found in the owner’s manual. Exactly how many miles to rotate tires depends on your exact make, model, year, type of tire, and the drivetrain of your vehicle. Driving habits also play a role in when to rotate tires.

When to Rotate Tires on FWD and RWD Vehicles

The drivetrain plays a role in when to rotate tires. It depends on whether you have a FWD, RWD, or AWD vehicle. On a vehicle with FWD, power goes to the front axle. On a car with RWD, the power heads to the rear wheels.

The tires receiving the power wear out faster than the other two tires. That’s why we highly recommend a tire rotation at regular intervals. When driving a vehicle with FWD or RWD in Sewell, read on to find out how many miles to rotate tires.

• You should rotate tires every 5,000 to 7,500 miles for either RWD or FWD vehicles. Always look over your owner’s manual first.
• When rotating tires yourself on a FWD vehicle, you must rotate them in a certain pattern. The right rear tire goes to the left front, while the left rear tire heads to the right front. The front tires can remain on the same side when moved to the back. This means each tire will be on each wheel after four rotations. By the second round of four rotations, it might be time for a new set of tires.
• For a car with RWD, simply invert the pattern we just discussed. Take the right front tire and move it to the left rear. Then move the left front tire to the right rear. Finally, the rear tires will stay on the same side when moved to the front.

Your driving habits affect how many miles you need to rotate tires. Off-roading or driving many miles in large chunks will wear out your tires faster. So, you’ll want to rotate them more frequently. We can help you with a tire rotation schedule that fits your vehicle’s requirements.

How Many Miles to Rotate Tires on AWD Vehicles

Rotate tires on AWD vehicles every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. AWD vehicles distribute power to all four tires depending on how road conditions can change. Each tire might wear out at a slightly different rate than the others. Therefore, how often you should rotate your tires on AWD differs from FWD and RWD vehicles. As we stated, double-check your owner’s manual to see the exact mileage for when to rotate tires.

Why Are Tire Rotations Important?

Tire rotations help your tires last longer on Williamstown roads. But the benefits go beyond lengthening the life of your tires:

• Optimal traction when the roads are slick, less-than-ideal, and uneven
• Less road noise
• Relieving unnecessary strain on the drivetrain

Your tires also must have the correct tire pressure to prevent rapid or uneven tire wear. When your TPMS warns of decreasing tire pressure, examine it quickly and add air to the affected tire(s).

Schedule Regular Tire Rotations in Turnersville!

Do you think you’re due for a tire rotation in Turnersville? Contact us, call (856) 432-2594, or schedule service with our team at Chevrolet Of Turnersville. Feel free to save money on your next maintenance with our service specials and coupons.