An important aspect of car care that often gets overlooked is tire pressure. You may not think much about your tires until something goes wrong. Staying on top of proper inflation can save you a lot of money and hassle. It could even prevent an accident. Here's what our team at Harbin Chevrolet believes you need to know.
Tires low on air pressure could lead to the biggest problems. You won't achieve the stopping power you could expect with properly inflated tires. In addition, excess heat is generated when sidewalls bend due to low pressure. You may experience tread wear because of this heat or even a complete tire blowout. These are safety issues.
Driving on under-inflated tires also causes them to wear unevenly, shortening their lifespan. This is a problem with over-inflated tires, too. Not to mention the fact that your ride won't be as smooth nor as comfortable.