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The Benefits of Maintaining Proper Air Pressure

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Keeping the correct air pressure in the tires of your car, truck, SUV or crossover will help your tires last longer, save fuel, help your vehicle handle better, prevent accidents and even help the environment!

The Benefits of Correct Air Pressure

Experts agree that maintaining the correct air pressure in your tires is nearly as important as getting a tune-up for your engine.  Negative effects of underinflated tires results in poor gas mileage, shorter tire life and poor vehicle handling.

Make Air Pressure Checks Part of Your Maintenance Routine

Tires often get taken for granted since they don’t seem to need much attention. But, did you know that tires lose pressure each day?  In cool weather, a tire typically loses one or two pounds of air per month and in warmer weather, tires will lose air pressure at an even higher rate. Other factors cause a loss of tire pressure as well.

Check the Air Pressure On A Regular Basis

You should have the air pressure checked every other time you get gas or the tires are rotated. Also remember it’s important to have the pressure in your spare tire checked every few months.

Where To Find Air Pressure Information

The correct air pressure can be found in the vehicle owner’s manual or on the tire information label that is attached to the vehicle door edge, doorpost, glove box door or fuel door.

Environmental Impact

Routine air pressure maintenance can have a significant impact on our environment. Experts estimate that most drivers lose from 10% to as much as 50% of tire tread life due to underinflation. This means more tires ending up in our landfills. Underinflated tires burn extra fuel since they require extra energy to roll down the road.

Your vehicle may be due for an air pressure check.  Stop by our Jersey City dealership for a fast and free air pressure check.  Your #NewJerseyStateAutoAuction service team is here for you!  We want you to stay safe on the road.  Visit our website at www.njstateauto.com for more details.

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How Often Should You Inflate Your Tires?

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Many car owners are confused about how often to fill air into the tires of their vehicle. The answer is actually quite simple. It is advisable to check the tire pressure at least once every month (according to the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association). However, checking the tire pressure each time you stop for fuel is a proactive measure you can take as well.

The maintenance of suitable inflation pressure in tires helps in the optimization of fuel economy and tire performance. With the correct tire pressure, the driver can experience comfort, performance and durability that match the requirements of the vehicle.

It is important to know that tire pressure will change over a period of time. The change in temperature also has an impact on tire pressure. If you avoid checking tire pressure on a regular basis, you could end up with a puncture at any odd time and find yourself stuck in a difficult situation. It is very common for car tires to come in contact with foreign objects such as screws, nails and other sharp items which in turn can cause them to lose air.

When checking the pressure in your car tires, ensure that they are “cold”. This means you need to check the pressure before they get heated up due to driving. For more information on tires and tire inflation, visit the New Jersey State Auto Used Cars showroom.

New Jersey State Auto Used Cars

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: (201) 200-1100

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com/