The reason tire rotation is required to keep most tire warranties valid is that regular rotation does so much to prolong the lifespan of your tires. As the driver, you also gain several other significant benefits from having your tires swapped around twice a year, all of which you can learn more about at your local Buick dealer.
5 Benefits of Getting a Tire Rotation for Your Chevy
Uniformly Worn Treads
Tires should ideally wear down at an even rate because all cars are designed to have wheels of exactly equal size. Unfortunately, some degree of uneven tire wear is inevitable. This is partly because weight is distributed unevenly across the vehicle. An uneven amount of pressure is also applied by the steering, braking, accelerating, and whether your car is fore or rear-wheel drive.
Certain underlying problems such as misaligned wheels or suspension, or improperly inflated tires, can also cause uneven tire wear. With regular rotation, you mitigate the problem by keeping all four tires wearing down far more uniformly over time.
Longer-Lasting Tires
When tires are rotated periodically, it keeps all four tires in better condition. Without rotation, just one or two tires wear down excessively and become unsuitable for use much sooner than they otherwise would. This usually means you’ll need to replace the entire set of four more frequently.
Reduced Road Risks
When just one or two tires become more worn than the others, they also become more susceptible to damage, punctures, blowouts, and skids. By keeping your tires more equal in size, you’re also keeping yourself and your passengers safer.
Protection of Other Car Parts
When tires become significantly uneven, this effectively makes your wheels uneven in size, which puts all kinds of awkward stresses and strains on the connected car parts. Uneven tires can lead to suspension, wheel alignment, and other closely connected parts getting pushed out of shape. This can lead to more frequent problems and repair jobs.
Better Handling and Control
When your tires become unevenly worn, you’ll notice a reduction in the precision of your steering and handling. This gradually diminishes the degree of control you have over your car. Not only does this reduce your driving pleasure, but it also makes your vehicle increasingly unsafe to drive.
Smoother, Quieter Driving
Uneven tires can also roughen your ride and increase overall road noise. If you notice you’re losing the silky smooth, blissfully quiet driving experience your car once provided, your tires might be to blame.
Get Your Tires Rotated at Your Local Chevy Dealer
For most drivers, twice a year is a suitable interval for having your tires rotated. This usually coincides with routine oil changes and brake inspections. For drivers who regularly use their car in severe driving conditions, more frequent rotations might be required.
Have your tires inspected and rotated today by qualified technicians at Cheraw Chevrolet. We’re a trusted local dealership offering the region’s drivers top-notch all-American vehicles and courteous, tailored customer service as well.
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