Tyre Rotation Interval Calculator
Find out exactly when your next tyre rotation is due and how far you have left before it. Enter your current odometer, the reading at your last rotation, and your rotation interval, and the tool works out the due odometer and whether you are on track or overdue.
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How to use this calculator
- Enter your current odometer reading in kilometres.
- Enter the odometer reading at your last tyre rotation.
- Set your rotation interval (default 10,000 km, or use your handbook value) and read the next-due odometer and the distance remaining.
How it works
The next rotation odometer is simply the last rotation reading plus the rotation interval. The distance until due is that next reading minus your current odometer — a positive number is how far you can still drive, and a negative number means you have already passed the due point and are overdue. The status flag turns to 'Overdue' as soon as the current reading reaches or passes the due odometer.
Worked example
Worked example. If you last rotated at 40,000 km with a 10,000 km interval, the next rotation is due at 50,000 km. At 45,000 km you still have 5,000 km to go; at 52,000 km you are 2,000 km overdue.
Common mistakes
- Entering the distance since the last rotation instead of the actual odometer reading at that rotation — this tool wants both absolute odometer readings.
- Sticking to a fixed interval when towing or heavy off-road use calls for more frequent rotation.
- Treating rotation as a substitute for wheel alignment, balancing, or pressure and tread-depth checks — it complements them, not replaces them.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I rotate my tyres?
Most manufacturers recommend every 5,000 to 10,000 km, but always follow your vehicle handbook. Rotate at the shorter end of the range if you tow, carry heavy loads, or drive frequently on unsealed roads.
What if my tyres are directional or staggered?
Directional tyres can usually only be swapped front-to-rear on the same side, and staggered setups (different front and rear sizes) may not be rotatable at all. Check the tyre and vehicle specs — this tool only tells you the timing, not the rotation pattern.
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