Why proper tyre inflation matters for safety, fuel economy

By Moses Akaigwe
 
One of the simplest – and most important – things you can do to keep your tyres in good shape is to make sure that they are correctly inflated. Failure to maintain correct tyre pressures may result in fast and uneven treadwear, improper vehicle handling, and excessive build-up, resulting in tyre failure.
Regular tyre pressure checks
You should check your tyre’s pressure at least once a month, before each trip, and each morning you drive during a trip. Ideally, tyre pressure should be measured when tyres are cold, that is, before doing any driving on tyres. Only “bleed” or reduce air pressure from a hot tyre when you need to lower pressures to drive on particul...