What is the appropriate tire pressure for a Bora in summer?
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The recommended tire pressure for a Bora in summer is between 2.3-2.5 bar, generally at the lower limit of the standard tire pressure. In summer, due to the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, tire pressure increases with high temperatures, so summer tire pressure should be lower than in winter. If the car is often parked outdoors, the tire pressure can generally be about 0.1 bar lower than the standard to avoid tire blowouts due to high temperatures. In winter, the tire pressure can be adjusted slightly higher by about 0.2 bar based on the standard tire pressure. Hazards of excessive tire pressure: 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 of the tire, shortening tire lifespan; Increases vehicle vibration, indirectly affecting the lifespan of other components; Overextends the tire cords, reducing tire elasticity and increasing the load on the vehicle during driving; Decreases puncture resistance, making it easier for sharp objects like nails or glass to penetrate the tire, leading to internal cracks or blowouts. Hazards of insufficient tire pressure: Increases friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Causes heavy steering and deviation, compromising driving safety; Increases movement of tire components, leading to abnormal overheating due to excessive rolling; Reduces the functionality of cords and rubber, causing delamination or cord breakage and excessive friction with the rim, resulting in bead damage and abnormal wear; Multiplies friction between the tire and the ground, sharply raising tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing strength, which may lead to blowouts at high speeds; Increases tire body deformation, leading to sidewall cracks and flexing movements, causing excessive heat, rubber aging, cord fatigue, and accelerated shoulder wear.