Is It Safe to Drive with Abnormal Tire Pressure?
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If the tire pressure is abnormal, it is recommended not to continue driving and to stop for inspection. The standard tire pressure for car tires usually ranges between 2.3~2.8 BAR. As long as it falls within this range, it is considered safe. Hazards of Overinflated Tires: Reduced friction and adhesion of the tire, affecting braking performance; causes steering wheel vibration and deviation, reducing driving comfort; accelerates wear on the central tread pattern, shortening tire lifespan; increases vehicle vibration, indirectly affecting the lifespan of other components; overstretches the tire cords, reducing elasticity and increasing the load on the vehicle during driving; decreases puncture resistance. When encountering sharp objects like nails or glass on the road, they can easily penetrate the tire, causing internal cracks or blowouts, leading to tire bursts. Hazards of Underinflated Tires: Increases friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; makes the steering wheel heavy and prone to deviation, compromising driving safety; increases movement in various parts of the tire, causing abnormal heat due to excessive rolling; reduces the functionality of cords and rubber, leading to delamination or cord breakage, and excessive friction with the rim, causing damage to the bead area and abnormal wear; multiplies friction between the tire and the ground, rapidly increasing tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing its strength. High-speed driving may result in tire bursts; increases tire deformation, leading to cracks on the sidewalls and generating flexing motion, causing excessive heat, accelerating rubber aging, cord fatigue, and breakage, while also increasing the tire's contact area with the ground and accelerating shoulder wear.
