What is tire rotation and why is it necessary for your car?
Tire rotation is an important aspect of the maintenance of the car. It means rotating, which is switching the position of the tires from front to back or side to side. This is an important step in the upkeep of the vehicle. One has to get this done after some time to ensure equal wear and tear on all four tires. At times, it is also required to keep them under warranty as one may be required to keep rotating them timely. Kayser Automotive has got you covered. Our skilled mechanics pay meticulous attention to each tire and assess their health. After that, a plan is laid out to make the required switches in the car. Car rotation is very important and needs to be done after some time. This will keep your vehicle running in the best condition and ensure your safety too. Let's get into the details of tire rotation and how it takes place.
Tires should be rotated as guided by the manufacturer or every 5000 miles. If you are sure when this should be done, feel free to bring in your car for a regular checkup and our mechanics will give it a good look. Regularly rotating your tires gives us a good opportunity to look out for wear or tear, air pressure, damage, or any other sort of problem that may have arisen. They can also be rebalanced in case any vibration is felt, along with this the thread depth is also checked. This step is important as it is a telltale to check if the tires have worn out or not.
Tire rotation is a very important step and shall not be overlooked. By rotating the tires periodically you can ensure that the wear and tear is spread across evenly and no tire is bearing more pressure than the other. If you skip this step, there is a high chance of mishaps. Each tire has a specific position and work, which means that the tires in the front are responsible for torque and friction whereas the ones at the back are not so much. Rotating the tires means that they will not be under constant pressure at a particular spot only. It is important to make proper use of the tire. Secondly, even tread wear keeps the tread uniform across all the tires. This helps in handling traction better. Brake performance will significantly improve after this, ensuring your safety at all times. The next question that arises is which rotation pattern one opts for. This is something that your automotive company will guide you best on. This will significantly depend on the vehicle that you are using. Is it a 2-wheel drive or a 4-wheel drive? Next, the wear and tear of your tires will also be taken into consideration. 3 main cross patterns are followed while rotating the tires. When you visit us, there is nothing you need to worry about. A thorough walk-through will be provided before doing anything.