Why does the tire pressure light come on when driving on the highway?
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When the tire pressure light suddenly comes on while driving on the highway, it indicates an issue with the vehicle's tire pressure. In such a situation, it is advisable to safely pull over to a suitable location, turn on the hazard lights, and inspect the tires. If you have a tire pressure monitoring tool, you can check the pressure of all tires to ensure they are within the normal range. Hazards of overinflated tires: Reduced friction and adhesion, affecting braking performance; Causes steering wheel vibration and misalignment, reducing driving comfort; Accelerates wear on the central tread pattern, shortening tire lifespan; Increases vehicle vibration, indirectly affecting the lifespan of other components; Overstretches tire cords, reducing elasticity and increasing the load on the vehicle during driving; Decreases puncture resistance, making tires more susceptible to damage from sharp objects like nails or glass, leading to internal cracks or blowouts. Hazards of underinflated tires: Increases friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Causes heavy steering and misalignment, compromising driving safety; Increases movement of tire components, leading to abnormal overheating due to excessive rolling; Weakens cords and rubber, causing delamination or cord breakage, and excessive friction with the rim, damaging the bead area and causing abnormal wear; Multiplies friction with the ground, rapidly increasing tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing strength, which may lead to blowouts at high speeds; Increases tire deformation, leading to sidewall cracks, excessive heat generation, rubber aging, cord fatigue, and accelerated shoulder wear due to increased contact area.
