How Useful is Tire Pressure Monitoring?
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Tire pressure monitoring is very useful for the following reasons: 1. When tire pressure is 25% below the standard value, the risk of a tire blowout increases by 3 times. 2. When tire pressure is 25% above the standard value, the risk of a tire blowout increases by 1 time. 3. When there are signs of danger in the tires, the tire pressure monitor can promptly alert the driver, allowing the driver to take appropriate measures to avoid potential or imminent accidents. The principles of tire pressure monitoring are as follows: 1. Indirect principle: When the pressure in a tire decreases, the rolling radius of that tire reduces. To maintain normal vehicle operation, that tire will rotate faster and complete more revolutions, triggering an alarm. 2. Direct principle: Pressure sensors inside the tires send tire information to a central module, which then issues an alarm when the tire pressure is abnormal.
I don't have much driving experience, and I used to be too lazy to check tire pressure. Once, I almost had a blowout on the highway, which scared me out of my wits. Since installing a tire pressure monitoring system, it automatically checks when the car starts, and alerts me immediately if the pressure is low, allowing me to refill or repair in time. This significantly reduces safety risks, especially during long trips or bad weather when unstable tire pressure can easily lead to loss of control or even blowouts, which are highly dangerous. It also helps prevent slow leaks, stopping minor issues from turning into major problems. For me, as a daily commuter, it saves the hassle of manual pressure checks and lets me drive with peace of mind. Keeping the right tire pressure also makes the car more stable, improving handling and reducing skidding on wet roads. Overall, it noticeably enhances safety, and I recommend all new drivers get one—safety comes first. In short, it's extremely practical, and you’ll regret not having one.
