Can I Continue Driving with the Low Tire Pressure Warning Light On?

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You should not continue driving with the low tire pressure warning light on. This warning light indicates that the tire pressure is too low, and immediate tire inspection and pressure adjustment are required. Hazards of Low Tire Pressure: Increased friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Heavier steering wheel and a tendency to veer off course, compromising driving safety; Excessive movement of tire components, causing abnormal heat buildup due to over-compression; Reduced functionality of the tire's cords and rubber, leading to delamination or cord breakage, as well as excessive friction with the rim, resulting in damage to the bead area and abnormal wear; Exponentially increased friction between the tire and the ground, causing a rapid rise in tire temperature, softening of the tire, and a sharp decline in strength. High-speed driving under these conditions may lead to a blowout; Increased deformation of the tire body, making the sidewalls prone to cracking, along with excessive flexing, leading to overheating, accelerated rubber aging, fatigue of the cord layers, and cord breakage. It also increases the tire's contact area with the ground, accelerating wear on the tire shoulders.