At RNR Tire Express, we believe that every driver deserves a safe, smooth ride – without breaking the bank. While many drivers focus on tire tread depth or air pressure (which are both important!), there’s one key safety factor that often gets overlooked: tire balancing.

If you’ve ever noticed your steering wheel shaking at certain speeds, or felt a vibration coming from the floorboard, your tires might be telling you it’s time for a balance check.

What Is Tire Balancing?

Tire balancing is the process of ensuring that the weight of your tire and wheel assembly is evenly distributed. Even small weight imbalances can create big problems once your tires start spinning, especially at highway speeds.

When tires are properly balanced, they rotate evenly and smoothly. But if the balance is off, you’ll start to feel vibrations, experience uneven tire wear, and even put unnecessary strain on your vehicle’s suspension.

Why Is Tire Balancing Important?

Keeps You Safe on the Road

Unbalanced tires can cause your vehicle to shake or pull, which makes it harder to control, especially in wet or slippery conditions. Balanced tires give you a smoother, safer driving experience.

Saves You Money in the Long Run

New tires are an investment. When tires are out of balance, they wear unevenly, meaning you’ll have to replace them sooner. A quick balance check can help you extend the life of your tires and protect your wallet.

Protects Your Vehicle

Unbalanced tires don’t just wear out your tires – they can also cause damage to your suspension, steering components, and wheel bearings. Keeping your tires balanced helps protect your entire vehicle.

Improves Ride Comfort

There’s nothing worse than an annoying shake in the steering wheel or an uncomfortable ride on your daily commute. Balancing your tires eliminates that shake and helps keep every drive smooth and quiet.

How Often Should You Balance Your Tires?

At RNR Tire Express, we recommend checking your tire balance every 5,000 to 6,000 miles, or whenever you notice any signs of imbalance (like steering wheel vibration or uneven tire wear). It’s also a good idea to balance your tires when you:

• Install new tires
• Rotate your tires
• Notice any vibrations at certain speeds

Bonus? When you get your tires with us, we include FREE balance and rotation services for the life of your tires – because your safety (and your budget) matter to us.

RNR Makes Tire Care Easy – No Credit Needed!

Car maintenance can feel overwhelming and expensive. At RNR, whether it’s new tires, balancing, or rotations, we’ve got you covered. 

Ready for a Smoother Ride?

Don’t let something as small as tire imbalance turn into a big safety risk. Stop by your local RNR Tire Express for a free tire inspection, and let our team keep you rolling safely.