Tire Inflation Facts
Inflatable Tire Facts
How Much Air Should I Put in My Tires? Do you know what your car's proper tire pressure is?
- Market research shows that a little over 50 percent of drivers are unaware of what the proper tire inflation is for their vehicle.
- Underrated amongst American drivers, proper tire inflation is a paramount issue. Most cars describe the appropriate tire pressure on the driver’s doorjamb.
- Less than 20 percent of motorists know how to correctly check their tire pressure.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA says that 1 of every 3 vehicles has a minimum of one under-inflated tire.
- During the chilly temperatures of December through March, winter tires remain supple, providing better traction to accommodate snow. But winter tires are not conducive for warmer temperature, where they are vulnerable to the wear and tear of hot roads.
- With adequately inflated tires, the average vehicle saves a minimum of three percent on gas mileage.
Holly Bentz (c) 2009 fruitionMedia
Posted by Alerts For Consumers at Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:35:00 GMT 
Categories: Other Consumer Goods,Consumer Information
Tags: tires tire inflation tips
Categories: Other Consumer Goods,Consumer Information
Tags: tires tire inflation tips
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