Getting your tires rotated is an easy, inexpensive way to keep your car running smoothly and safely. Rotating your tires improves your car’s safety and can save you money. Check out these reasons why it’s important to get a tire rotation at your Kia dealer.
Extends Tire Lifespan
The main advantage of rotating your tires is that it helps to increase the lifespan of each tire and reduces the timeframe needed for replacement. When your tires are rotated, they are moved from one position of the car to the other, giving each tire equal wear. Moving your tires periodically helps ensure that all four tires wear as evenly as possible. Rotating means less wear and tear, less fuel consumption, and less money spent on new tires!
It Saves Money on Gas
The condition of your tires significantly impacts how much gas you use. Tires that do not get rotated wear unevenly, forcing your car to work harder to maintain the same speed. Uneven tire tread causes your engine to work harder and burns more fuel. Rotating your tires helps ensure that all tires wear down evenly—meaning less strain on your engine and more savings at the pump.
Improves Handling
By getting regular rotations, you’ll be able to keep each tire at its optimal pressure, resulting in better wear. Improper inflation can cause your tires to wear unevenly and lead to safety issues. You’ll have better steering and road stability when your tires are in good condition.
Better Traction
Tires can wear out quickly if used on the same side of the car for too long. When this happens, your vehicle will have reduced traction because the car’s weight will be distributed unevenly across each tire, resulting in uneven tread and depth. Less traction will make it more difficult to control your vehicle’s steering and braking, and a worn-out tire will have even more difficulty tackling wet or snowy road conditions.
Maintains Tread Depth
Rotating your tires helps maintain tread depth and improves overall handling. The front tires on your car serve a different function and often wear quicker than the rear tires. If you notice the front tires have less tread depth than your rear tires, it’s time for a rotation or time to get them replaced.
Worn tires are less efficient at dispersing water and handling snowy roads. Check your tread depth and tire pressure regularly to ensure that you are operating your vehicle under safe conditions.
Rotating your tires is a simple way to improve your vehicle’s performance and overall safety. If you want to keep your tires in the best condition possible, schedule a service appointment at Crain Kia of Sherwood. We’ll inspect your tires, rotate them as needed, and help with any other car maintenance needs you may have.
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