Tire air pressure plays a major role in tire life, fuel efficiency, ride quality, and maintenance costs. When pressure fluctuates, so does the tire’s footprint. That shift affects how much load the tire can carry, how well it grips the road, and how much heat and uneven wear it builds up.
Tips to Keep Your Tires—and Your Bottom Line—Rolling Smoothly:
1. Under-inflation is worse than over-inflation. Running just 20% below recommended pressure can wear tires out 25% faster and burn 1.5% more fuel.
2. One-size-fits-all PSI? Don’t do it. Set tire pressure by the manufacturer’s specs and the load weight. A blanket PSI across your fleet can cost you.
3. Over-inflated tires aren’t safer. They’re more prone to tread cuts, sidewall cracks, and impact damage.
4. Temperature matters. Tire pressure shifts 2 PSI for every 10°F change. Always check or adjust PSI when tires are cool.
5. Safety first. If a tech hears crackling or popping during inflation—stop immediately. That tire might be compromised.
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