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What does pitch mean in driving terms?

What does it mean when someone says that your car pitches while you’re driving? My driving instructor used the word the other day, and I was really confused.

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Pitching means shifting your car’s weight either front to back or back to front while you’re driving. This typically happens when you hit the brakes or the accelerator suddenly.
  • If you slam on the brakes, you’ll notice that your car pitches forward, meaning that the front end of your car leans down while the back end leans up.
  • If you slam on the accelerator, your car will pitch backward. In this case, the front of the car will lift slightly into the air while the rear will lean downward.
Pitching is a common part of driving, so there’s no need to worry too much about it unless it’s disturbing the other passengers. However, it is best to avoid pitching when you can since it can lead to uneven wear on your front and rear tires.
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