Posts Tagged ‘Tire Rotation’
Tire Wear
At Douglas Automotive Repair we frequently get questions about tires, and what our customers can do to make them last longer. Here are some suggestions on ways to lengthen the life of your tires: First, tires lose air pressure over time, so check them at least once a month and fill them up as necessary.…
Read MoreTire Rotation and Balancing
Drivers can make their vehicle tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let’s start with tire rotation. In normal driving around town your front tires wear more on the shoulders because they handle much of the cornering forces in turns. Front-wheel drive vehicles have even more force on the front tires. At Douglas Automotive Repair, we rotate…
Read MoreTire Wear
My name is Dan. My Car or SUV tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer? Dan’s problem – premature tire wear – is very common for drivers. Here are several ways to lengthen the life of your tires: First, tires lose air…
Read MoreHow Do I Know When I Should Get My Tires Rotated and Balanced?
The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the auto manufacturer. The interval is typically around 5,000 miles but could range from 3,000 to 8,000 miles. The background question for drivers is why do tires need to be rotated? Front tires wear differently than the rear tires…
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