Tips Proper tire inflation is vital to the safe operation of your vehicle. Under inflated tires will create heat and will create more heat the faster you drive. High speed driving with under inflated tires can lead to tread separation. If this happens, you may lose control of your vehicle and cause a fatal accident.
Tire pressure is critical to driving safety.
The Channel 10 Investigators found that many tire installers and service people are not aware of the appropriate pressure. Consumers need to be sure they understand how to take car of their tires to prevent serious problems. Check your tire pressure once a month. Experts say simply looking at the tires is not enough. They may look properly inflated even if they're not.