What is a tire rotation? In some cases, this simply involves installing the wheels on the front of the car in place of those on the rear to distribute tire wear. In other cases, it involves removing the tires and repositioning them if they are directional. We recommend this every 8,000 km (with each oil change). However, this is not possible on all vehicles, as some are fitted with “Staggered” wheels that do not have the same front/rear dimensions.

Uniform wear: By doing a tire rotation, you distribute wear more evenly across all the tires. This extends the life of your tires and optimizes their performance.

Balanced handling: Front and rear tires are not subject to the same stresses and driving conditions. By doing a tire rotation, you help maintain balance in your vehicle’s handling.

Saves money: By extending the life of your tires, you save money in the long term by delaying tire replacement.

Safety: Unevenly worn tires can affect your vehicle’s handling and safety. Regular tire rotation helps maintain safe, predictable driving performance.

In short, tire rotation is a recommended practice to ensure even wear, maintain balanced handling, save money, and guarantee safety on the road. That said, when doing a seasonal tire change, the technician notes the position of your wheels, and the next time they’re installed, he’ll automatically rotate them. For some of our customers, this is not enough, as they drive more than 8,000 km per year. In this case, we recommend a tire rotation every 8,000 km.