You count on your Ford to be reliable. Whether you’re hitting the road in a sporty Mustang or a tough F-150, you’ll still need to stop by for maintenance every once in a while. Getting your tires rotated is a big part of your maintenance schedule. So, just how often is tire rotation needed?

Energy Country Ford finds out. To help drivers in Port Arthur and Nederland, TX, as well as Lake Charles, LA, learn more about their maintenance schedule, we took a closer look at this essential service.

What Does It Mean to Rotate Tires?

When technicians refer to tire rotations, they’re not talking about how the wheels spin when you drive. Rotating your tires actually means moving them from front to back and vice versa. Think of it like musical chairs but without any eliminations.

Moving your front tires to the rear axle and bringing the rear tires up to the front is one way technicians help your tires last longer. It’s an easy way to make sure the tread wears evenly. Sometimes the tires even switch sides, so your front driver’s side tire may end up moving to your rear passenger side.

Getting your tires rotated helps your handling, gives you more traction and stability, and helps you stop sooner. It can also save you money. By helping your tires last longer, you can put more miles on them before you’ll have to buy a set of new ones.

When to Rotate Your Tires

Ultimately, technicians decide whether or not a tire should be rotated or replaced. When you come in for maintenance, they’ll inspect the tread to see if it’s worn down and look for any signs of wear and tear. If your tires are in good shape, they’ll rotate them.

Sometimes, how frequently you need your tires rotated depends on what you drive. For example, if you often go off-roading, your tires will go through a whole different experience than a set of wheels on a commuter car.

Generally, vehicles like the Ford F-150, Ford Escape, and Ford Mustang will need to have their tires rotated every 10,000 miles. For the most accurate information, check the maintenance schedule in our owner’s manual or talk to a service technician.

Ford Service & Tire Center

Your tires will be in good hands when you bring your vehicle to our service center. Our factory-trained technicians will take a look at your tire tread and determine the best course of action. If it’s rotating them, they’ll switch them up in a way that’ll maximize their performance and help the tread last. If it looks like the tread is worn, or you’ve got any bulging, tears, or punctures, they’ll be able to swap them out for a new set of tires.

You can also order a new set from our tire center online. It’s easy to find something that’s a good fit for your Ford. Just enter some basic information like the model and model year, and you’ll see a selection of top choices for your Ford.

Schedule Your Next Tire Rotation

To learn more about tire rotations, visit the service center at Energy Country Ford. Our highly trained technicians can help drivers in Port Arthur and Nederland, TX, and Lake Charles, LA, with all their tire needs.

If your tread looks worn or your vehicle is due for maintenance, schedule service online.