Should New Tires Be Installed on the Front or Rear Wheels?

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Whether new tires should be installed on the front or rear wheels depends on the situation: 1. For front-wheel-drive vehicles, new tires should be placed on the front. Front-wheel-drive cars require the front wheels to handle high loads, including daily steering, acceleration, and braking, all of which rely on the front wheels. As a result, the front wheels are more prone to blowouts. 2. For rear-wheel-drive vehicles, new tires should be installed on the rear wheels. If the rear tires of a rear-wheel-drive car show severe tread wear, the vehicle may experience skidding and reduced grip. 3. For four-wheel-drive vehicles, replace tires on the same axle. The wear difference between front and rear wheels in four-wheel-drive vehicles is usually minimal. When replacing tires, it is recommended that owners replace at least two tires on the same axle—either both front or both rear tires.