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TYRE PRESSURES COST MONEY

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Tyre pressures are very important?

The main thing that drivers are unaware of is whether low pressures result in increased fuel consumption.

That’s right!

Maintaining proper tyre pressure can help save money in a few ways:

  1. Improved fuel efficiency: Properly inflated tyres can reduce rolling resistance, which means the engine doesn’t have to work as hard to move the car. This can improve fuel efficiency and save money on fuel bills.
  2. Longer tyre life: Underinflated tyres can suffer from excess wear and tear, which can shorten their lifespan. By maintaining proper tyre pressure. Subsequently, you can extend the life of your tyres and avoid the cost of replacing them prematurely.
  3. Improved safety: Proper tyre pressure is important for maintaining the stability and handling of your vehicle. Underinflated tyres can be more prone to blowouts and accidents, which can be costly in terms of both repair costs and potential injury.

Overall, maintaining proper tyre pressure is a simple and effective way to save money and improve the safety and performance of your vehicle.

Run-flat tyres

Of course, are designed to allow a vehicle to continue driving even after a puncture or loss of tyre pressure. They have reinforced sidewalls that can support the weight of the vehicle for a limited distance and time. Typically around 50 miles (80 km) at speeds of up to 50 mph (80 km/h). This can be a useful feature in certain situations. Importantly, such as when you have a flat tyre and are unable to safely change it by the side of the road.

However, run-flat tyres have some limitations and may not be suitable for all driving conditions. They tend to be more expensive than traditional tyres, and they may also have a shorter lifespan. In addition, they can provide a rougher ride and may not perform as well as traditional tyres in terms of grip and handling.

It’s important to consider your specific driving needs and preferences when deciding whether run-flat tyres are right for you. It’s always a good idea to consult with a trusted mechanic or tyre dealer to get professional advice on the best tyre choice for your vehicle.

Run-flat tyres were first developed in the 1930s by the Continental Tyre company, but they did not become widely available until the 1980s. The first mass-produced run-flat tyre was the Bridgestone SO-2, which was introduced in the 1980s and used on several luxury car models. Today, run-flat tyres are available from many tire manufacturers and are used on a variety of vehicles, including passenger cars, SUVs, and light trucks.

So, drivers who do not keep up with their tyre pressures are throwing money down the drain. Especially such as larger vehicles such as motorhomes and light commercial vans. 

WHY tyre pressures are important

Because an under inflated tyre has less rolling resistance. Importantly, and will affect your cars performance and reduce your fuel consumption.

We all know that if you have a front tyre that has say a slow puncture, then the car will pull in the direction of the tyre with less air. We imagine the effect if ALL your tyres had less air in them.

The cars engine will be working harder to drive your car along and consequently use more fuel.

So it makes sense to get your tyre pressures checked at regular intervals. Your local tyre dealer will do this free of charge. Here in Halifax Yorkshire UK, we have a regular string of customers, who call in at regular intervals to have their tyres checked and inflated. It only takes five minutes and you then know that you are safer and not throwing money away.

Pressures are important

Pellon Tyre and Auto-Centre offers car and van servicing and repairs to all makes and models of vehicles.  We also sell Continental Tyres online from our website, www.pellontyres.co.uk, by using the tyre selector and choosing your tyre size.

We offer courtesy cars to local motorists who need to go to work and leave their car with us for work. We are also an official MOT testing station.

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