Tire Rotation Service Near Ottawa, KS

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Tire Rotation Service at Victory Ford of Garnett

If you’ve recently financed a vehicle for the first time, then you might not be familiar with all the maintenance that you’re going to need. While almost every driver knows about their oil change, it’s easier to forget about tire rotations. This simple service can extend the lifespan of your tires, which can save you money in the long run, as you shouldn’t have to replace them as often. If it’s been some time since you’ve last rotated your tires, you can visit us at Victory Ford of Garnett for your next service.

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How Does a Tire Rotation Work?

Each one of your tires is in constant contact with the road, but this doesn’t mean that they’re going to all wear away at the same right. Depending on the drive of your vehicle, you could see significant wear on certain tires while the others look pristine.

  • The Drive of Your Vehicle Matters: If you drive a FWD vehicle, then it makes sense that your front tires are going to be dealing with more stress than your rear ones. The front axle is going to be dealing with a lot more weight, which translates into more friction. Similarly, if your vehicle is RWD, you can expect the rear tires to wear away at a faster rate.
  • Switching Their Places: Depending on the drive of your vehicle, your tires will be switched around. This gives your harder-working tires a break, which should result in them all wearing away at a similar rate.

When Do I Ask for a Tire Rotation?

When you’re trying to juggle multiple services for your vehicle, it can be difficult to remember when you actually need to head to the shop.

  • Consult the User Manual: Your user manual should tell you when your specific model should be brought in for a tire rotation. If you’re still unsure, a general rule is that you’ll want to rotate your tires every 3,000 to 6,000 miles.
  • Use the Oil Method: Some drivers like to ask for a tire rotation when they bring their car in for an oil change. This eliminates two birds with one stone and ensures that your tires have what they need to hold up for a longer period of time.
  • Ask Our Mechanics: When you visit us at Victory Ford of Garnett, we can let you know when you should be bringing your model in for its next tire rotation. If you live near Iola, Garnett, or Chanute, we’re a short trip away.

Are There Other Tire Services?

Tire rotations are one of the most common tire-related services, but there are a few more that you may want to consider opting for.

  • Balancing: When you get your new set of tires, they might all look the same, but that doesn’t mean that they’re the same weight. When your tires are weighted unevenly, it can cause a dip in performance, and you might even find that your vehicle starts to vibrate. We can balance them so that you have a smoother drive.
  • An Alignment: Your car’s tires are meant to meet the road at a certain angle, but they can shift a few degrees to the left or right over time. This can cause them to wear away at a faster rate, as it can increase the amount of friction that they’re dealing with.

 If you need to rotate your tires, you can schedule your next service today at Victory Ford of Garnett.