Is It Necessary to Rotate Front and Rear Tires for Small Cars?
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Tire rotation between front and rear positions is necessary as the front and rear tires wear differently, so it's important to regularly swap their positions. Generally, for front-wheel-drive vehicles, the front tires bear the majority of forces during load-bearing, acceleration, steering, and braking, leading to faster wear compared to the rear tires, with a wear ratio that can reach 2:1. Below are additional methods to extend tire lifespan: 1. Regularly check tire pressure: Inflate under-inflated tires promptly and maintain consistent pressure across all tires. Otherwise, tires with lower pressure will wear out faster, increase driving resistance, and raise fuel consumption. 2. Avoid hitting obstacles: At high speeds, impacts with potholes or other obstacles can cause severe deformation between the obstacle and the wheel rim flange, potentially breaking the tire's inner cord layers and leading to bulges where air escapes. 3. Perform regular four-wheel alignment checks and dynamic balance tests: Research shows that incorrect four-wheel alignment (e.g., camber, caster, toe) can cause uneven tire wear, significantly reducing tire lifespan. 4. Frequently remove stones or debris from tread grooves to prevent tire crown deformation: Inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts or punctures that expose the cords, and replace the tire if necessary.
