Cars are designed to drive on four wheels of precisely the same size. But over time, car tires inevitably wear down unevenly, which can lead to varying wheel sizes, negatively impacting your handling, safety, fuel economy, and other factors. Let’s take a look at the main reasons why you should never miss a tire rotation appointment at your local Subaru dealership.
Rotation Keeps You Safer on the Road
There are two ways tires can wear down unevenly. The first is when either the front or rear tires wear down faster than the other two. The second is when one side of an individual tire wears down faster than the other side. Uneven tire wear can result from differing pressure put on the tires while braking and steering, or from unbalanced weight at the fore and rear of the vehicle.
When either type of uneven tire wear occurs, one or two of your tires gradually become weaker than the others. They will soon have shallower tread depth, which is necessary for gripping the road. They also become more susceptible to damage, which can cause a puncture or blowout. Regular rotation spreads out the rate of tire wear and helps keep all four tires stronger and safer for longer.
Rotation Maintains Better Handling
When one pair of tires wears down significantly faster, the wheels become more and more unbalanced. This can start to generate odd vibrations and excessive road noise. It also reduces the precision of your steering and overall control of your car.
Rotation Protects Connected Car Parts
As cars aren’t designed to have unevenly sized wheels, tires that are allowed to wear at different rates can strain your suspension, wheel alignment, and other connected car parts. If left uncorrected, this will cause problems to develop in various parts of your car.
Rotation Helps Your Tires Last Longer
One of the best reasons to have regular rotation is that you save money on the cost of new tires over the lifespan of your car. By ensuring that your tires wear down more uniformly, routine rotation keeps all four tires in great condition for as long as possible.
How Often To Rotate Tires at Your Subaru Dealer
It’s generally recommended to have tires rotated every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or twice a year. This may vary depending on your model, so check your owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s guidance. You can also ask a trusted technician at your nearest dealership for advice on rotation intervals.
Visit Stevens Creek Subaru today to have your tires checked and rotated. We provide excellent vehicle servicing and the very best selection of new and pre-owned Subaru vehicles in the Bay Area.
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