Oct 24, 2022

If you’re looking for a reliable tire rotation service in the San Jose area, you’re in the right place! At San Jose Mitsubishi, we do more than sell and trade vehicles. Our service department provides fast tire rotations, oil changes, and more right here at our Bay Area dealership. We have a full team of experienced automotive technicians ready to rotate your tires, along with any other vehicle maintenance you might need.

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The Importance of Tire Rotation

We all know that tires need to be changed eventually, but do they really need to be rotated? Just like any other type of regular vehicle maintenance, tire rotation is essential in helping your vehicle last longer and perform its best. New tires can be expensive, so you want to do what you can to make sure they last as long as possible. When you drive, each tire develops a specific wear pattern. Tread may wear differently depending on its position on your vehicle, and alignment can also affect the wear. By rotating the tires, the tread wear is more spread out, so instead of wearing down in just one area, it can spread more evenly across the tire. That means that you have better control and more tread in slippery conditions as well as more reliable braking.

Regular tire rotation can even make an impact on steering and acceleration, making your vehicle easier to handle. How can you tell that your tires need rotation? Look at the tread on your tires. If the wear is uneven from one tire to the next, it’s time for a rotation. Additionally, uneven wear on each individual tire – like from front to back or side to side – is another sign. Next time you drive, if you notice shaking or vibrating, that could be another sign of uneven tire wear.

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Tire Rotation Frequency

So, how often should you rotate your tires? Like any car maintenance question, that often depends on your specific vehicle. We recommend tire rotation every 5,000 miles for optimal wear and performance. A simple and easy trick to remember tire rotation frequency is to do it every time you have your oil changed. That way, you have one less maintenance task to remember and one less trip to the service department. Again, though, it could depend on your vehicle, so you can always consult your owner’s manual or a member of our service department with all your car maintenance questions. We look forward to helping you keep your vehicle maintained!