Maintaining car tire care is essential for safety, performance and economy, but there are things that are just myths
Whether in everyday life or when you’re on the road in the last week of the year, taking care of your car’s tires is essential for safety, performance and economy. Of all the tire care measures, inflation is one of the essential precautions, but it is often overlooked by motorists.
Although it seems simple, there are some myths and truths surrounding this practice, and to understand what is true and what is not true, we spoke to automotive mechanics specialist and director of Na Oficina, Luciana Félix.
MYTHS
The more air, the better: “This is a common myth. Overinflating your tires can cause uneven tread wear and compromise the vehicle’s grip on the road. The ideal is to always consult the pressure recommended by the manufacturer”.
Tires should only be calibrated when they are visibly deflated: “Visibly deflated tires indicate insufficient pressure. Inflation should be done weekly, even if the tires appear normal. Correct pressure improves fuel economy and extends tire life.
All tires must have the same pressure: “This is not a rule, each vehicle may have different specifications for front and rear tire pressure. Consult your owner’s manual to determine the recommended pressure for each position.
TRUTH
Correct calibration contributes to fuel savings: “Tires with kilos, beyond those recommended, increase resistance, requiring more fuel for the movement of the vehicle. On the contrary, even tires with a low inflation level can cause problems.”
“Maintaining adequate pressure optimizes the contact area of the tire, reducing the frictional resistance of the tire with the road, ensuring better fuel efficiency, resulting in long-term financial savings”
Regular inflation prolongs the life of your tires: “Tires that weigh more or less than what is recommended in the manual will wear more quickly and unevenly. Inflating your tires regularly helps ensure even distribution of wear, thus prolonging the life of your tires and contributing to the stability and safety of your vehicle.”
Weather conditions affect tire pressure: “Ambient temperature influences tire pressure. In winter the pressure tends to decrease, while in summer it can increase. The correct thing to do is to check the pressure more frequently during extreme temperature changes.”
“I always recommend choosing a day of the week to calibrate the tyres, and always with cold tyres. By following the vehicle manufacturer’s guidelines you guarantee safe and efficient driving”, concludes Luciana.

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Source: Terra

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