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Tyre pressure is a critical element of vehicle safety. Under-inflated tyres can cause overheating, which can result in tyre failure. Motorists should check their tyre pressures regularly in order to stay safe on the roads.
Under-inflated tyres can lead to increases in fuel consumption and reduce the longevity of tyres, requiring them to be replaced more often. Running tyres that are under-inflated by 20 percent of the recommended tyre pressure level can reduce the tyre’s life by up to 30 percent.
Tyre pressures should be checked regularly. Motorists should always check tyre pressures when tyres are cold, as the temperature of the air inside the tyre increases rapidly when driving.
To check the recommended tyre pressure level for your vehicle, refer to the manufacturer’s information, which can be found in the vehicle manual or on a label or plate inside the driver's door, inside the glove box or inside the flap to the fuel filler cap. Alternatively, motorists can find the information at a petrol station air cistern or at a tyre centre.
A tyre pressure gauge should be used to check tyre pressures. These can be purchased from any car accessories retailer and come in three forms: pencil shape, analogue dial or digital display. Motorists are advised to select a model showing both BAR and Psi.
Under-inflated tyres are one of the main causes of premature tyre wear. This can be made worse by over-loading and excess cornering speed. Taking better care of tyres improves vehicle handling, fuel economy and safety.
Tyre wear - Tyre wear typesThe general condition of tyres is influenced by a number of different factors, including under-inflation or over-inflation, misalignment of wheels or incorrect camber, all of which cause excess wear.
Damaged tyres should be replaced immediately. Typical damage could be a bulge in the tyre sidewall, often caused by impact with the curb, cuts and tears, caused by sharp objects, flat spots, caused by emergency stops, tyre cracking due to age or weather conditions and embedded objects.
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