Routine Tire Rotation Maintenance Explained

Repositioning wheel assemblies might seem strange unless you understand vehicle load-bearing and tire wear. Wheel positions handle variable loads, leading to rapid treadwear in areas handling more road forces. Front tires handle the engine’s weight and steering forces. The right-side tires handle more pressure when turning left, and the left-side tires handle more when turning right. Tire rotation promotes even treadwear and longer-lasting tires by exposing them to equal long-term road forces. Kia recommends tire rotations every 5,000 to 10,000 miles depending upon the model and driving conditions. A simple yet effective way to manage tire rotation maintenance is scheduling them alongside oil changes.