Next weekend, A Noticeable movement on Andalusian roads Due to the long weekend caused by the celebrations of the Constitution and the Immaculate Conception. Last year 2024, a total of 15 people lost their lives in recorded road accidents … On Spanish roads during these dates. Furthermore, from this data, 4 were in Andalusian territory.
It is true that on many occasions, these deaths occur unexpectedly, but in other cases these incidents can be prevented in one way or another. One of these One form of prevention is checking tire pressureAnd even more so with the arrival of the cold.
Although it is a simple process and one of the simplest checks, the amount of air inside the wheels can affect… protection Driver’s steering wheel, as well Fuel consumption or tire wear. In this way, the fact that the tire does not have the correct pressure can lead to greater wear, less grip and, in the long term, expected deterioration.
Consequences of low temperatures
Moreover, with these Widespread temperature drops cause pressure drops Turn. In fact, with a decrease of 10 ° C, the pressure drops to 0.07 bar. For this reason, experts recommend checking inflation before taking a long trip during the colder months.
As manufacturer Michelin explains, tires tend to lose air over time, but this loss worsens with the arrival of winter. By loss of air, and Internal pressure is reduced and rolling resistance beginsWhich in turn leads to increased fuel consumption.
What are the consequences of having tires with incorrect pressure?
For this very reason, It is recommended to add about 0.2 bar Adds to the pressure that a factory car indicates when the outside temperature is low. By adding this pressure, the wheel maintains its proper shape and grip on the road.
however, It is important not to overflow or suppress air. If the wheels lack air, this causes the tire to deform, making the car more in contact with the asphalt and weakening friction, leading to increased fuel consumption and irregular wear. On the other hand, over-inflation reduces the contact surface and grip, making the car more unstable, especially on wet or icy surfaces.
When should you measure tire pressure?
In this way the Andalusians who want Measure your tire pressure before hitting the road on the December long weekend They will have to do this Once they cool And without making a long trip first, because the indoor air expands with heat and gives an incorrect measurement. It is important to do this moments before or when a long flight The car is very loaded.