Tires & Wheels
Tire rotation patterns, replacement timing, wheel alignment, and balancing guides.
4 articles
When to replace tires - depth, age, and cost
Replace tires at 4/32" tread depth for wet-weather grip, or after 6 years regardless of tread. How to measure both, what warning signs look like, and costs.
Wheel alignment cost, signs, and how often
A 4-wheel alignment costs $80 to $175 at most shops. Get one when you notice pulling, uneven tire wear, or after hitting a pothole, not at every rotation.
How to check tire pressure (and what PSI you need)
Inflate to the PSI on your door jamb sticker, not the tire sidewall. How to check cold, once a month, in under 2 minutes - plus what the TPMS light means.
Tire Rotation: Cost, Patterns, and How Often to Rotate (2026 Guide)
How often should you rotate your tires? What does a tire rotation cost? This guide covers tire rotation intervals, rotation patterns by drivetrain, costs, and why skipping rotations shortens tire life.