Tyre Rotation, Wheel Alignment & Balancing – Maximising Tyre Life & Performance
Proper tyre maintenance is essential for safety, fuel efficiency, and longer tyre lifespan. Regular tyre rotation, wheel alignment, and balancing ensure even wear, smoother handling, and a more comfortable driving experience.
Tyre Rotation – Prevent Uneven Wear
Why Rotate Your Tyres?
Tyres wear down at different rates, depending on their position. Since most vehicles are front-engine, the front tyres carry more weight and experience higher wear than the rear ones.
Other Causes of Uneven Tyre Wear:
- Turning Left: In most countries, left-hand turns are tighter, causing the right front tyre to wear out faster.
- Sidewall Damage: Parking near curbs can cause the left-side tyres to experience more rubbing and impact.
- Frequent Braking: Hard braking puts extra stress on the front tyres, leading to faster tread wear.
Recommended Rotation Frequency:
Rotate your tyres every 10,000 km to extend their lifespan and maintain even tread wear.
Visit your nearest Tiger Wheel & Tyre Botswana store for professional tyre rotation services.
Wheel Alignment – Keep Your Vehicle Driving Straight
Why Is Wheel Alignment Important?
Misaligned wheels drag against each other instead of rolling smoothly, leading to:
- Uneven tyre wear
- Steering pull – your car veering left or right
- Reduced fuel efficiency
What Our Technicians Check & Adjust:
- Camber Angle: The tilt of the wheels inwards or outwards relative to the tyre’s top position
- Toe Angle: The direction of the tyres pointing inward (“toe-in”) or outward (“toe-out”)
- Caster Angle: The angle between the steering axis and vertical pivot line, affecting steering return
When to Get an Alignment Check:
- If your vehicle pulls to one side
- After hitting potholes or curbs
- If your steering feels off-centre
- Every 10,000 km or as recommended
Our expert alignment specialists will ensure precise wheel positioning for safer, smoother driving.
Wheel Balancing – Reduce Vibrations & Improve Handling
Why Balance Your Wheels?
Even new tyres can have small weight imbalances, which can lead to:
- Steering wheel vibrations
- Uneven tyre wear
- Reduced ride comfort
How We Balance Your Wheels:
- Mount the tyre to its rim and inflate it to the correct pressure
- Install a new valve stem
- Use a precision balancing machine to detect imbalances
- Apply small wheel balancing weights to evenly distribute mass
- Spin the wheel again to ensure perfect balance
Balancing should be done every 10,000 km or at least once a year to prevent premature tyre wear.
Visit your nearest Tiger Wheel & Tyre Botswana store for professional balancing services.
Expert Tyre Care at Tiger Wheel & Tyre Botswana
- Tyre Rotation, Wheel Alignment & Balancing to extend tyre life and ensure safety
- State-of-the-art equipment for precision adjustments
- Experienced technicians ensuring top performance
Find your nearest Tiger Wheel & Tyre Botswana store and book a service today!
