Here are some of the risks that come with over-inflated tires.
If you’re a truck driver, and you’re going to get on the road, you’ll want to make sure your truck is road-safe. One area of your truck that must be kept in good shape is the tires. Proper inflation of your tires is pivotal, and while many people are concerned with flat tires, it’s also possible to inflate your tires too much. Here are some of the risks that come with over-inflated tires.
Your Tires Get Uneven Tread Wear
If your tires aren’t inflated as they should be, it causes them to wear down unevenly. When you have over-inflated tires, the center of the tread is what wears out more quickly. This uneven wear on your truck tires means that your tires won’t last as long before needing to be replaced.
Less Control of Your Vehicle
Over-inflated tires also contribute to less control of your vehicle. This is because your tires don’t make as much contact with the road. The less contact your tires have, the less traction they get while you’re driving. This causes your truck to take longer when braking, and steering could also become more difficult. Problems like these significantly increase the chances of driving accidents.
Higher Chance of Tire Blowouts
Another of the dangers that comes from over-inflated tires is the higher likelihood of tire blowouts. When tires are filled beyond their normal air capacity, they could burst abruptly if they connect with anything as minor as some debris or a pothole. Once a tire has been blown out, you’ll lose control of your vehicle, which is a big danger to yourself and any other drivers nearby.
Lower Fuel Efficiency
Without optimally-inflated tires, your truck’s fuel efficiency will go down. This means your engine will need to work harder to keep your truck moving. As a result, you’ll be paying more in gas over time.
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