What is the recommended tire pressure for car tires in winter?
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Winter car tire pressure should be maintained between 2.3bar and 2.5bar. The hazards of underinflated tires include: 1. Increased fuel consumption; 2. Accelerated tire wear; 3. Potential risk of tire blowout; 4. Abnormal vehicle vibration; 5. Reduced braking performance. The dangers of overinflated tires include: 1. Impaired braking effectiveness and shortened tire lifespan; 2. Decreased puncture resistance; 3. Excessive tension on tire cords leading to deformation; 4. Reduced tire elasticity and increased load on the vehicle during driving.
I have over ten years of driving experience, and I pay special attention to tire pressure in winter. When the temperature drops, the air inside the tires contracts, naturally reducing the pressure by 10-20%. The standard tire pressure value is indicated on the label attached to the driver's door frame, usually around 30 to 35 for small cars—check the manual for specifics. If the tire pressure is too low, it's easier to skid and harder to brake on snowy roads, which is unsafe; if it's too high, fuel consumption increases. Before heading out each week, I check the cold tire pressure with a simple pressure gauge to see if it needs air, then adjust it to the standard value. The cold contraction effect is more noticeable in winter, so taking an extra minute for prevention is better than dealing with accidents. Safety first—developing this habit saves a lot of hassle.
