The Effects from Regular Tire Rotations from your Northeast Ohio Tire Experts

New tires are often an investment to most customers, and one that they expect to hold their value. A few weeks ago we discussed how proper alignments can help your tires wear evenly, but regularly rotating and balancing your tires is another way to ensure you get the most out of your hoops. Typically, you can expect to rotate your tires anywhere from 5,000 to 8,000 depending on the vehicle. Check your car's owners manual to find out when the manufacturer suggests to rotate your tires. One rule of thumb most people do is rotate their tires every oil change, which can be done at any Bob Sumerel Tire location! Below are some tips and hints as to what a tire rotation does for your tires, and the different ways it can be performed!

• Directional tires usually don't need rotating- For some high performance vehicles, they do not require rotation. Consult with your local Bob Sumerel Tire location to find out if you have directional tires. 
• There are multiple ways to perform a rotation- See the picture to the right for the various ways to have a tire rotation done. Contact your local Bob Sumerel Tire rep to go over which method would be the best for your vehicle!
• Front tires usually wear faster on the edges- Since the front tires are doing the turning when you take a corner, they are susceptible to wearing on the edges faster then the rear tires.
  
• Properly aligned cars will help with wear- An aligned vehicle maximized the "footprint" of the tire touching the ground, ensuring even wear across the width of the tire.
• Having your brakes, tire tread depth, and air pressure checked in addition to rotating- With any tire rotation, your local Bob Sumerel Tire technicians will be certain that they check your air pressure, as well as getting a good look at your brakes. That way, they can estimate about how much life is left on your pads, as well as your tires!
• Balancing your tires is just as important- A tire that is balanced properly will maintain surface contact with the road at all times, preventing "tire hop." 

Many do not think about it, but tires are one of the critical safety features to any motor vehicle. In some cases, most vehicles do not need to tires rotated as often, it mainly goes back to driving habits as well as miles driven. Every once in a while, it is important to take a look at your tires, checking both their air pressure as well as tread wear. Anything out of the ordinary suchas a ripped widewall, uneven wearing, or cords exposed should be taken in to a your local Bob Sumerel Tire Co for a complimentary tire inspection. Give us a call, reps are standing by awaiting your call, and are willing to help in anyway!


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