When Should I Be Rotating My Tires?
The most common tire service that you’ll hear about is your tire rotation. When our mechanics rotate your tires, they’ll be swapping their positions around. Your back left tire might end up being your front right tire now, and vice versa, depending on your drivetrain. A lot of people assume that if all four tires are touching the ground, they’ll wear away at the same rate. This isn’t true, though, as your drivetrain puts uneven stress on them. RWD vehicles will naturally put more stress on the tires in the back, so they’ll be in much worse condition than the tires in the front if you never rotate them. This can lead to you having to constantly replace individual tires instead of the whole set. As for when you’ll need this service, it’s usually recommended every couple of thousand miles. An easy way to track your tire rotation is to pair it with your oil changes, as you’ll need both of them around the same time.
Are There Other Tire Services?
Your tire rotation is just one service that you should be keeping in mind. When you visit us from Sharpsburg, you should consider aligning and balancing your tires as well. Balancing refers to adding weights so that your tires are all even. This might seem like a small service, but it can make a massive difference on the road, as unbalanced tires can vibrate your entire vehicle. They can also reduce your efficiency, and your tread will take more damage as well. As for your alignment, this service is pretty simple. When you hit something like a pothole, a curb, or anything else that’s sturdy, it might throw your tires a few degrees to the left or right. When this happens, they become unaligned. Since they’re not rolling straight, this will create more friction, which means more wear. You can take care of your alignment, balancing, and rotation when you visit us from Sharpsburg, Union City, or South Fulton.
What Else Can I Do For My Tires?
These three services are all designed to help your tires last longer on the road, but once you’re back out there, it’ll be up to you to keep an eye on them. You should make a habit of occasionally checking your tread, as this will help you avoid rough situations on the road. For example, if your tires are bald, then you’re going to have a hard time the second it starts raining. The second thing that you’ll want to keep an eye on is the PSI of your tires. They’ll gradually lose air over time, and your PSI can change with the season. By occasionally checking your tire pressure, you’ll be ensuring that they’re never under or over-inflated.
