What is Tire Rotation?

Whether you’re new to car ownership or it’s been a while and you want a refresher, we can help. So, what is tire rotation and what does tire rotation do? This service is meant to bolster the health of your vehicle’s tires. Tire rotation is performed to prevent any one tire from wearing down too fast which helps to maintain traction, prevent blowouts, and even improve fuel economy in Salt Lake City.

If it’s been a while since you’ve had your tires rotated, schedule a service appointment with our Murray team. Feel free to also review our service and parts tips and read through our Acura research for more information. If you have any questions or concerns about your vehicle, don’t hesitate to contact us!

What Does Rotating Tires Mean?

Tire rotation is easy enough to understand: tires are moved from one position on a vehicle to another. In most cases, the front tires will move to the rear and the rear tires will move to the front. They may also change sides, so what was the rear left tire will end up as the front right tire—this is called the tire rotation pattern. Here are some tire rotation basics:

• Most cars carry more weight at the front, so front tires will typically wear out faster, but the type of drivetrain your vehicle has will also affect the rate at which each tire wears down. 
• For example, in front-wheel drive vehicles, power is sent to the front axle and wheels to produce forward motion. Therefore the front tires will wear down faster than they would in rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or four-wheel drive models.
• This also means that your vehicle’s drivetrain will also affect the tire rotation pattern, to ensure that no tire wears down too fast compared to the whole set of tires.

What Does Tire Rotation Do?

• Maintains Traction: When tires wear down, they lose tire tread depth. A loss of tread depth means traction is reduced, which can interfere with your ability to control the vehicle in certain situations. Preventing uneven tire wear helps ensure that all tires have the same amount of tread.
• Prevents Blowouts: Tires become more likely to fail as they get worn down. If you’ve ever had one blowout as you drive around South Jordan, you’ll know how unpleasant and potentially dangerous it can be.
• Improves Performance: Tires working together that have uneven wear often produce vibration, which you’ll eventually feel through the steering wheel.
• Maximizes Efficiency: Worn tires create drag, strain the engine, and increase your fuel consumption in West Jordan.

Rely on Mike Hale Acura for Tire Care Needs

While tires should be rotated every six months or every 5,000 miles to 8,000 miles (whichever comes first), it’s always good practice to consult your owner’s manual for the most accurate information on your vehicle’s needs. When it’s time to come in for routine maintenance, check out our rotating service specials to save on your next visit in Murray.