How much should a spare tire with 420kpa be inflated to?
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A spare tire with 420kpa should be inflated to 4.2bar, as spare tires are mostly stored in the trunk for long periods and may gradually lose pressure over time. Inflating to a higher pressure ensures that it maintains a usable pressure level in case of emergencies. Below is some extended information about tire pressure: 1. Tire pressure standards: Standard tires should be inflated to 2.4-2.5bar, reinforced tires to 2.8-2.9bar, with the maximum pressure not exceeding 3.5bar. 2. The role of tire pressure: Tire pressure is an indicator of a vehicle's load capacity, and the load capacity depends on the level of tire pressure. When a car is driving at a constant speed on a level road, it must overcome rolling resistance from the ground and air resistance. Tire pressure significantly affects the rolling resistance coefficient. Appropriately reducing tire pressure can improve ride comfort, but if the tire pressure is too low, it may affect other performance aspects of the vehicle.