Under-inflated tyres flex more allowing heat to build up in the structure of the tyre itself. The worst case scenario is a tyre failure or blow-out. Definitely not recommended for the faint-hearted. Keep your tyre pressure as the correct level and you reduce the chances of this significantly.
Surveys have shown that four out of five vehicles had at least one under-inflated tyre.
A poorly inflated tyre also means you’ll use more fuel. In the States, it is estimated that on average Americans waste seven million litres of petrol each year due to under-inflated tyres.
Over-inflated tyres can also be problematic – Why? Because the contact surface with the road is reduced in area giving you less grip and control. An over inflated tyre is also less able to cushion the bumps in the road and will lead to poor ride performance. Ouch!
To avoid these problems, check your tyre pressures regularly.
The correct tyre pressure for your vehicle can be found in your owner’s manual or a quick search on Google should give you the answer. The correct pressure will vary with the load in your car, so make sure you check it before you load it full of suitcases. It’s worth bearing in mind that your tyre pressure will change with temperature, so you might have to check the pressure more often than you think. It is best to check the pressure when your tyres are “cold.”
Bottom line:
Correct air pressure in your tyres shouldn’t be a ‘nice to have’. They are essential. Driving on under or over inflated tyres is potentially dangerous to you, your passengers and other road users. If you need a financial incentive on top of this, then a better fuel economy and longer tyre life are two that come to mind.
IN’n’OUT’s Top-Up service costs just £10 and will not only check and adjust your tyre pressures but also top up your oil and washer fluid – ideal just before a long journey.
Surveys have shown that four out of five vehicles had at least one under-inflated tyre.
A poorly inflated tyre also means you’ll use more fuel. In the States, it is estimated that on average Americans waste seven million litres of petrol each year due to under-inflated tyres.
Over-inflated tyres can also be problematic – Why? Because the contact surface with the road is reduced in area giving you less grip and control. An over inflated tyre is also less able to cushion the bumps in the road and will lead to poor ride performance. Ouch!
To avoid these problems, check your tyre pressures regularly.
The correct tyre pressure for your vehicle can be found in your owner’s manual or a quick search on Google should give you the answer. The correct pressure will vary with the load in your car, so make sure you check it before you load it full of suitcases. It’s worth bearing in mind that your tyre pressure will change with temperature, so you might have to check the pressure more often than you think. It is best to check the pressure when your tyres are “cold.”
Bottom line:
Correct air pressure in your tyres shouldn’t be a ‘nice to have’. They are essential. Driving on under or over inflated tyres is potentially dangerous to you, your passengers and other road users. If you need a financial incentive on top of this, then a better fuel economy and longer tyre life are two that come to mind.
IN’n’OUT’s Top-Up service costs just £10 and will not only check and adjust your tyre pressures but also top up your oil and washer fluid – ideal just before a long journey.