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Lynnwood Drivers: Do You Need to Run in Your 2018 Nissan Rogueâ€™s New Tires?
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(Posted on Jan 23, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

My 2018 Nissan Rogue is in the shop getting its tires replaced. A friend of mine told me to be very careful when driving on new rubber: is he correct?

Thanks,
Caroline

Hi, Caroline!

Your friend is absolutely correct that you will need to drive your 2018 Nissan Rogue with caution after replacing its tires.

Tires are comprised of multiple layers of rubber, steel, and fabric but itâ€™s the top coating which can cause problems.

As tires are being cured, a release lubricant is applied to the rubber which stops it from sticking to the mold. This makes the top layer extremely slippery until it wears away, especially when driving in the rain.

When it comes to braking, turning, and accelerating try to keep yourÂ actions smooth and gentle. This will allow the top layer of lubricant to wear away without causing you to lose traction.

The recommended break-in period for new tires is around 500 miles; check your carâ€™s odometer after you get it back from the garage and use it as a gauge.

Thanks for the question, Caroline. Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.