*This is a sponsored article by Toyota of Clermont*
Why should you worry about tire rotations?
Side to side: Your front tires swap sides (left and right) and your back tires follow suit. This is for cars with different sized wheels and non-directional tires that rotate in both directions.
- Your car tires wear unevenly just from driving. When you make turns, your front tires take the brunt of the wear since they lead the way. The friction from the road breaks down the rubber on the tires, which in turn wears down the tread (what the tires use to grip the road). Also, if your tires are unbalanced it may cause them to wear unevenly.
- Bottom line, your front tires take more of a hit than your back tires, which is why it's wise to rotate them (basically, swap them out). This will extend their life and save you money.
- You should get a tire rotation ever 5,000 to 10,000 miles based on your drive time habits, but be sure to ask our techs or check your owner's manual for other car tire care recommendations.