What is the normal tire pressure for a car?
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Car tire pressure between 2.4 to 2.5 bar is considered normal. The recommended tire pressure varies depending on the type of tire and should be adjusted based on the season, driving conditions, and vehicle load. Generally, in winter, the tire pressure can be slightly increased, while in summer, when temperatures are higher, the pressure can be reduced to prevent tire blowouts. For heavier loads, the tire pressure can be adjusted closer to the maximum recommended value. On rough roads, it's advisable to slightly lower the tire pressure according to the standard specifications. Tire pressure refers to the air pressure inside the tire. In car maintenance, the engine is the heart of the car—its failure can end the car's life—while tire pressure is like the car's blood pressure, playing a crucial role in the vehicle's performance and power.
Having driven for over a decade, I've got deep feelings about tire pressure. Those manufacturer-recommended values are actually marked on labels inside the door frame or fuel filler cap - don't just guess. For regular sedans, 2.3 bar for front tires and 2.5 bar for rear tires when cold are most common. You'll need to add some air in winter and release some in summer. Pay special attention to spare tires - if they've been sitting unused for years, it's best to inflate them to 3.0 bar. It'd be embarrassing to find it flat when you need to change a flat tire. Every time at the car wash, I make sure the mechanic uses a digital gauge - those old analog dial types are easy to misread.
