Why tires need rotating
Your front and rear tires do different jobs. On a front-wheel-drive car the front tires steer, drive and carry most of the braking load, so they usually wear faster. Rotating moves each tire to a different position so wear evens out.
How often to rotate
Many manufacturers recommend rotating about every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. Your owner's manual has the exact interval for your vehicle. A simple habit is to rotate your tires every other oil change or twice a year.
Signs you are overdue
- The front tires look more worn than the rear
- Uneven tread wear across a tire
- Vibration at highway speed
- You cannot remember your last rotation
Things to know
Some vehicles have different tire sizes front and rear, or directional tires, which limits how they can be rotated. Tires that are badly worn or damaged should be replaced, not rotated. A technician can check this when they rotate your tires.
Do it without the shop visit
Our mobile tire rotation happens at your home or work. One rotation per year is included in the TireDoc membership.