When to Rotate Tires

There are times when a vehicle owner may need to know when to rotate tires. For example, when the vehicle is used heavily, the tires may not wear evenly. The alternator is the device that helps power the vehicle and determines the amount of electricity used by the engine. A wheel that is not properly aligned can result in an underpowered engine that will make the engine work harder, resulting in a lower efficiency and a need for more gasoline. This situation can be averted by knowing when to rotate tires.

One way to determine when the wheels need rotation is based on the size of the tires. If you notice that the tires are not worn evenly across the width of the wheel, this is a sign that the tires are too small. Over-inflated tires cause the wheel to roll faster, which can cause excessive wear. On the other hand, under-inflated tires will cause the wheel to slow down when driving over uneven terrain. The under-inflated tires will lose their grip on the road and cause a loss in speed. Knowing the difference between the two will help you determine when to rotate tires.

Another way to determine when to change the wheel is based on the performance of the vehicle. The vehicle is designed to give the driver optimum performance. If the tires are not performing to the optimal levels, then the driver should consider changing them. The tires are one of the most important components of the overall performance vehicle. If they are not performing as well as they should, then something is wrong. If the driver notices a major drop in their speed when driving off the track or worse yet, when going up steep hills, then they should inspect their tires and replace if necessary.