The tyre pressure of a car is calculated by the air amount which has been pumped into the tyre’s inner lining. It is measured in pounds per square inch (PSI) and is based on the size and weight of the car. It is strongly advised to check the tyre pressure at 2-4 week intervals and before going on long trips and before carrying additional loads.

5 Steps To Check The Tyre Pressure

The following guidelines will help you to check the pressure of Winterbanden Utrecht –

Cold Tyres

Check the tyre pressure when the tyres are cold before there is a rise in outside temperature and tyres come under direct sunlight in order to get a more accurate reading. A 5.5°C rise in outside temperature increases the tyre pressure by 1PSI. Tyre pressure can have a drop up to 5PSI in certain climates in winter.

Find The Handbook

Use the vehicle’s handbook in order to find out the pressure for the front and rear tyres that have been recommended by the manufacturer. It indicates the least amount of air pressure which is required in cold tyres for supporting the car. Normally, there are two figures – one for full load and another for daily use, for example, “35 PSI”. This can be found in the handbook, on the doorpost of the driver or inside the fuel filler cap.

The Gauge

Whether at home ( the gauge can be purchased at an auto parts dealer) or at a petrol station, it is essential to use a reliable and precise tyre pressure gauge. They are of two kinds – traditional stick-type gauges and battery-operated digital gauges.

Check The Tyre Pressure

After taking out the end cap of the air valve on the tyre and attaching the gauge onto the valve stem, keep on pressing down firmly and quickly as long as you hear the hissing sound. Reading will now appear on the gauge which should be compared with the recommended value given by the manufacturer in the handbook.

Adjust The Pressure

The pressure should be rectified in accordance with the suggested value given. An Air compressor can be used for filling the tyre with air if the reading is below the recommended value. In the case of reading above the given value, the air is let out by pushing in the valve. The valve cap should be replaced tightly after attaining the accurate level and the process is to be repeated for the remaining tyres.

Regular Car Maintenance – Why Is It Necessary?

Underinflated tyres are the cause of many accidents, which is why it is important to check your tyres every month. Doing so will not only prolong the lifespan of tyres but also decrease your spending and save lives.

It isn’t enough to examine the tyre pressure once every couple of months. Given below are the reasons why –

Save Money

Under-inflated tyres deteriorate faster and over-inflation of tyres lead to irregular wear out. If either of the cases occurs, new tyres have to be purchased. A tyre’s life can be extended by 7500kms on average by stabilizing the structure of the tyre with adequate care. In addition to this, you can decrease your fuel consumption and save money as underinflated tyres have a lower mileage as they need more fuel per mile travelled.

Comfort Riding

A vehicle’s handling, performance and responsiveness is greatly dependent on the proper inflation of tyres.

Safety

As is mentioned above, improper inflation of tyres affects handling. Under-inflated tyres make handling sluggish, whereas handling becomes dangerous where the tyres are overinflated, especially in the instance of cornering at a higher speed. Directional stability, stopping distance and braking grip are also compromised. Aquaplaning – the instance where the tyres skim on top of the water instead of passing through it – becomes a serious concern and might occur earlier on wet roads as a consequence of lack of traction and way too low tyre pressure. As a result, it becomes a struggle for the tyres not to stray from the road which leads to a build-up of heat, making the tyres more susceptible to damage, increasing the chances of a tyre blowout and causing a serious accident.

Environment Friendly

Rolling resistance increases when the Goedkope Banden Utrecht are underinflated even by just 0.3 bar, leading to 1.5% more consumption of fuel and releasing more CO2. A perfect balance between fuel economy and maximum safety is achieved by proper inflation. Plus, carbon footprint reduces and the tyre’s longevity increases.