Tire Rotation Service

Why Does My Vehicle Need Tire Rotation?

As you drive down the road, your tires wear down. But did you know that they don’t all wear down at the same rate? In general, it’s the front tires that wear down more quickly. This is because the front tires are put under much more strain than the rear ones. They’re placed on the steering axle, and they have to deal with the weight of the engine at all times. If you drive a vehicle with front-wheel drive, there’s even more strain on the front tires.

Tire rotation is a way to mitigate this. The technicians at Triple J Motors Saipan will remove all four wheels from your vehicle, rotating them so that the front and rear wheels switch places. In some cases, they will also switch the side that the wheel is on, so the wheels that were on the left side will be on the right and vice versa — this depends on things like tread patterns, drive type, and manufacturer recommendations. With the wheels in their new positions, the tires that dealt with more strain will be able to take it easy while the other tires have a turn pulling their weight.

How Often Should My Tires Be Rotated?

Because regular tire rotation extends your tires’ overall lifespan, it’s best to have this service performed frequently. Having your tires rotated twice a year, or every 5,000 miles, is a good guideline. However, there’s no harm in having them rotated even more frequently.