Why is Tire Rotation Important?

Why is a tire rotation important? A tire rotation ensures you have consistent traction from each tire over time and prevents you from potential issues along Corona and Riverside roads. Learn about how often to rotate tires and so much more from the professional automotive service technicians at BMW of Murrieta today!

What Does Rotating Your Tires Do?

As you make your way around Riverside and Ontario, the treads on your tires will slowly start to wear over time. So, what does rotating your tires do? This extends the lifespan of your tires and ensures that they all wear down at the same time so you can replace them all at once instead of one by one. Tire rotations are done differently depending on the drivetrain your vehicle has which is broken down below:

• Front-wheel drive vehicle: Engine power is directed to the front wheels, which are responsible for steering, starting, and most of the stopping force. Therefore, the front tires will wear out the fastest.
• Rear-wheel drive vehicle: Engine power is directed to the rear wheels, but the front wheels are still responsible for steering and much of the braking. The rear tires will still wear out faster than the front tires, although at a generally slower rate.
• All-wheel drive vehicle: Engine power is more evenly distributed, but there are many experts out there that maintain that the rear tires will still wear out faster.
• Intelligent all-wheel-drive systems: Going around curves means different levels of strain and friction on the inside tires vs. outside tires. Some advanced all-wheel-drive systems can even direct power to an individual wheel while driving around a curve for better cornering, which will further affect tire life.

How Often to Rotate Tires

When it comes to looking at how often to rotate tires, on average, they should be rotated every six months or every 5,000 miles to 8,000 miles. This is just a standard suggestion, and you’ll want to check your owner’s manual for exact figures on your particular model and trim level. The frequency of your tire rotation will also depend on other factors such as your driving habilts and how often you’re on the road.

Why Rotate Tires?

If you don’t have your tires rotated regularly, you’ll start to wear down your tire treads much sooner than expected and this can lead to more instability on Riverside roads and beyond such as:

• Poor traction and skidding on the roads
• More rapid deterioration of brake pads
• Flat tires and blowouts

Keep Your Tires in Good Shape at BMW of Murrieta

Once you’ve learned more about how often to rotate tires and more, you can keep your car at its best on Riverside and Ontario roads. Save on your next service visit at BMW of Murrieta with our rotating service coupons and specials, or check out more helpful service tips and tricks. You can even order OEM parts for sale online and have them ready for your next visit. Contact us today for more information and to schedule an appointment at our dealership here in Murrieta!