How many kilometers can be driven with a tire pressure of 160?
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A tire pressure of 160 kPa is severely insufficient, and driving even one kilometer is not recommended. Hazards of low tire pressure: Increased friction coefficient with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Causes heavy steering and potential misalignment, which are detrimental to driving safety; Increases movement in various parts of the tire, leading to excessive rolling and abnormal heat generation; Reduces the functionality of the cords and rubber, causing delamination or cord breakage, excessive friction with the rim, and damage to the bead area, resulting in abnormal wear; Multiplies the friction between the tire and the ground, causing a rapid rise in tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing its strength. High-speed driving may lead to a blowout; Increases tire body deformation, making the sidewalls prone to cracking and causing flexing movements, leading to excessive heat, rubber aging, cord fatigue, and breakage, while also increasing the tire's contact area and accelerating shoulder wear. Solutions for insufficient tire pressure: If no visible damage is detected, simply inflate the tire to the normal pressure and reset the tire pressure system; If a puncture is found during inspection, promptly drive to a tire shop for repair and reinflation; If the tire pressure warning reappears after inflation but there is no puncture, it may be due to air leakage caused by a deformed wheel rim. It is recommended to inspect and replace the rim.
I've seen many tire issue cases, and a tire pressure of 160 kPa is really too low. The normal range is generally between 220 to 250 kPa. Driving with such low pressure will cause rapid tire wear, not to mention a sharp increase in fuel consumption, and there's also the risk of a blowout. A friend of mine insisted on driving once, and the tire deformed in less than 50 kilometers, nearly causing a serious accident. I suggest not thinking about how many kilometers you can drive; find a nearby gas station to inflate the tires immediately. Make it a habit to check the tire pressure weekly; a small tire pressure gauge is all you need.
