Why Tyre Pressure Matters

Tuesday 22 November 2022

If you have a tyre that is in very poor condition, then this is like having a parachute with holes in it. It’s useless and you may find that it ends up putting your safety at risk too. At the end of the day, you also have to remember that your tyres are actually your car’s only connection with the road. This connection amounts to a palm print per tyre, so if your tyres are not inflated as they should be then it is not hard to see how this could be very detrimental to your safety. If you are not sure if you have ever given much thought to your tyre pressure, then here are some of the top reasons why you should be paying more attention.

Safety is Everything

If you have a tyre that is inflated more than it should be, then you should know that the footprint, or the contact that your tyre has with the road, is greatly reduced. The smaller footprint you have, the less contact you have with the road, and this is especially the case when it comes to your braking power. Over-inflated tyres are especially dangerous when you are driving in wet conditions too. If you have tyres that are not inflated enough, then this can reduce your control even more, especially when you are cornering. When you come to us, we will make sure that we inflate your tyres to the perfect level, so you can drive with precision and without compromise.

Fuel Efficiency

Did you know that if your tyre is not inflated enough, your footprint will be far greater? A lot of this comes down to the fact that your tyre will have way more contact with the road. On top of this, you will have more friction, so your engine is having to work that little bit harder to spin the tyres as they should. If you have ever tried to ride a bike with a flat tyre then you will know how difficult it is, and the same concept applies to your car too. A car with under-inflated tyres will consume far more fuel per month and this could be burning a real hole in your pocket.

Longevity

If a tyre on your car is inflated too much, then you will be reducing its lifespan by quite a lot. The tyre will become stiff, and it will experience a lot of damage if you drive it over a surface that is not even or even if you drive over potholes. Rubber that is in contact with the road more will lead to wear faster and it will also experience greater friction on the outer edges of the tyre. You will have to change your tyres more often than you’d like but in reality, all of this can be avoided.

The Environment

At the moment, huge strides are being made when it comes to the general recycling of tyres. This is especially the case when you look at road surfacing. Of the 50 million tyres that reach the end of their life, around 16% of them are recycled. The other 84% of tyres end up in landfill. This is shocking, to say the least, but at the end of the day, the more you can try to extend the life of your tyres, the better. On top of this, if you do not have your tyres inflated enough, then this can lead to you consuming more fuel than you should and as you probably know, petroleum is not good for the environment either. By getting your tyres inflated properly and by taking the time to make sure that your tyres are as they should be, you can do your bit for the environment while lessening the impact overall.

Inspections are Important

If you want to make sure that your tyres are in the best condition, then one thing you can do is perform an inspection. Make sure that you put your face quite close to the rubber as this is a great opportunity to give your tyres a good squeeze and for you to check the overall condition. While you are doing this, be sure to look for small bulges which could well be the result of impact damage. You may also see weakened rubber which indicates that you could soon have a blowout on your hands. If you want some further help then be sure to take your car to a reputable car service station, or get one called out to your location, like ours. We can then ensure your tyres are in the best possible condition. Find out more by filling out the form on this page.