If you are only replacing two tires on a vehicle, should they go on the front axle or the rear axle?
In most cases, they should be installed on the rear axle. When new tires are installed on the front and worn tires are left on the rear, it creates a handling imbalance that can cause the rear of the vehicle to slide outwards during turns. This condition is known as ‘oversteer.’ Be aware that certain manufacturers of AWD vehicles recommend that replacement pairs be installed on the front axle only.