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Importance of Proper Tire Inflation for Safe Journeys

Approximately 70% of tires are underinflated, which can lead to uncomfortable journeys, difficulty steering, and even blowouts. Ignoring underinflated tires can also waste money, damage the environment, and increase the risk of accidents. It is crucial to regularly check tire pressure and follow proper maintenance guidelines to ensure a safe and efficient journey. Don't forget to also check the spare tires and look for signs of wear. Rotate your tires every 6-8,000 miles and use tires of the same construction on each axle. A tire is considered dangerously underinflated if it has just 4 lbs per square inch less pressure than recommended. Play safe and check your tires today!

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Importance of Proper Tire Inflation for Safe Journeys

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  1. TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY APPROXIMATELY 70% OF ALL TYRES ARE UNDERINFLATED(too soft) GOOD TYRES ARE THE FOUNDATION OF A SAFE JOURNEY

  2. HOW YOU KNOW THERE’S A PROBLEM WITH YOUR TYRES an uncomfortable journey - you feel every bump skidding steering wheel wobbles in your hand difficult to steer squealing noise when you turn the corner (and it’s not your passengers) tyres look out of shape

  3. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IF YOU IGNORE IT? blowout - we’ve all seen pieces of rubber on the road your car is uncontrollable in an emergency, or cannot stop quickly under-inflated tyres can overheat and cause vehicle fires you waste money - you are damaging your tyres and will have to replace them early you damage the environment - under-inflated tyres make your engine work harder and you use more fuel

  4. WHEN SHOULD I CHECK MY TYRES? you’re too late! at least once each month every two weeks in very hot weather when they look flat before a long journey WARNING!You cannot check tyre pressure by looking at a tyre or by kicking it.

  5. TOP TYRE TIPS Check pressure when the tyres are cool. Use a good tyre gauge. Most petrol stations have tyre check areas where you can put more air in your tyres. Remember to check the spare tyres as well. Also look regularly for signs of wear. Check the tyre pressure for your vehicle : look inside the glove box, driver’s door or owner’s manual for details. play safe - let the experts do this Rotate your tyres every 6-8,000 miles (10,000-13,000 km) to maximise their lifespan. Do not use tyres of different construction such as bias, belted or radial, on the same axle. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the types of tyres on each axle.

  6. A TYRE IS CONSIDERED DANGEROUSLY UNDERINFLATED IF IT HAS JUST 4LBS PER SQUARE INCH (28kPA) LESS PRESSURE THAN RECOMMENDED Do yourself a favour ... check your tyres today

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