Tyres are the only contact between your car and the road — yet they're often neglected until a puncture or blowout. Regular tyre rotation, alignment, and timely replacement are among the highest-value maintenance tasks for safety and cost savings.
Tyres wear unevenly — front tyres wear faster (steering and braking loads) and the outer edges wear faster than the centre. Regular rotation (swapping front and rear) evens out wear, extending tyre life by 20–40%. Wheel alignment ensures tyres meet the road at the correct angle, preventing rapid uneven wear and improving fuel economy.
Tyre rotation: every 10,000 km · Wheel alignment: every 10,000 km or after hitting a pothole · Wheel balancing: every 10,000 km · Tyre replacement: 40,000–60,000 km or when tread depth < 2mm
Authorised service centre prices vs multi-brand garage estimates. Multi-brand garages typically charge 30–40% less.
| Brand | Service type | Auth centre | Multi-brand est. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotation (all cars) | All four tyres | ₹300–₹600 |
₹150–₹400 |
Simple, often free at service |
| Alignment (all cars) | Four-wheel alignment | ₹600–₹1,200 |
₹400–₹900 |
Computer alignment recommended |
| Balancing (all cars) | All four wheels | ₹400–₹800 |
₹250–₹600 |
Fixes steering wheel vibration |
| Tyres: Maruti/Hyundai | Set of 4 (155–185 section) | ₹8,000–₹14,000 |
₹7,000–₹12,000 |
MRF/Ceat most common fit |
| Tyres: Tata/Kia SUV | Set of 4 (195–215 section) | ₹14,000–₹22,000 |
₹12,000–₹19,000 |
Wider tyres cost more |
| Tyres: Fortuner/XUV700 | Set of 4 (265 section) | ₹24,000–₹40,000 |
₹20,000–₹34,000 |
Large SUV tyres expensive |
* Estimates based on current Indian market rates. Prices vary by city and specific centre.
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