Tire Rotation and Alignment: How Important Are They?

Regular tire rotation and alignment services keep you safer, save you money, and help your Ford or Lincoln perform at its best.

Your tires are the only part of your vehicle that actually touch the road, which makes their care critical for safety, performance, and cost savings. Two of the most effective, and often overlooked, services to protect them are regular tire rotations and wheel alignments.

What Tire Rotation Does

During a rotation, a technician moves each tire to a different wheel position (for example, swapping front and rear tires), which helps all four tires wear evenly.
Key benefits:

• Longer tire life: Even wear means you replace tires less often.
  
• Better traction & handling: Balanced tread depth improves grip in rain, snow, and on gravel roads.
  
• Quieter ride: Uneven wear can create road noise and vibration.
  

Why Wheel Alignment Matters

Alignment ensures your wheels are set to the correct angles—camber, caster, and toe—so they track straight.
Key benefits:

• Improved safety: A properly aligned vehicle responds predictably in emergencies.
  
• Fuel efficiency: Misaligned wheels create rolling resistance, lowering MPG.
  
• Reduced strain: Steering and suspension components last longer.
  

How Often to Schedule Service

• Rotation: Every 6,000–8,000 miles, or at every oil change, whichever comes first. Please refer to your owner’s manual for further specifications.
  
• Alignment: Around every 50,000–70,000 miles, or any time you notice pulling, uneven wear, or after hitting a pothole or curb. We highly recommend you have your alignment corrected whenever you install new tires, to protect your investment from premature wear.
  

Why Choose White’s Canyon Ford & Lincoln

At White’s Canyon Ford & Lincoln, our factory-trained technicians use precision equipment designed for your specific Ford or Lincoln. We’ll inspect your suspension, check tire pressure, and provide an honest assessment so you can drive away with confidence.

Routine tire rotations and wheel alignments are small investments that pay off in safety, comfort, and lower long-term costs. Schedule your next appointment with our service team today and keep your Ford or Lincoln rolling smoothly across every mile. And be sure to check out our latest tire specials if it’s time for a new set!

Serving Spearfish, Sturgis, Belle Fourche, Rapid City, Gillette, and beyond!

Tags: Ownership Tips, Service Tips, Tires
Posted in Auto Accessories | No Comments »