Hello dear reader. Welcome back to another blog post about tire pressure. This blog will focus mainly on how low tire pressure can and will affect your vehicle. We will talk about the effects on your car and the possible dangerous outcomes you can face. Yet, we will also give you all the information regarding how to avoid these situations. We always encourage you to contact your mechanic, which you trust, for further and more technical information in case a more severe outcome happens. For now, sit, relax, and read on! How To Determine The Correct Pressure For Your Tires...
What is TPMS? How does it work? Can I install it? What is the difference between activating and programming? If these are some of your current questions, here are the answers. TPMS is already mandatory in most states in the US. Gathering the proper information and how to manage diverse situations that could arise is vital. This blog post will focus mainly on how to activate your TPMS. We will briefly explain how TPMS works and its purpose within your vehicle. Additionally, we will learn about the difference between activation, relearning, and programming. TPMS Basics TPMS stands for Tire Pressure...
High-tech features are the new black in today's cars, from HD cameras and warmers to TPMS. Some of those technologies are for the comfort of the driver and passengers; others are for safety. TPMS falls into the safety department. As the US government passed by law that all cars should have TPMS, some need to install it in their cars or even on other vehicles they own, such as trailers or RVs. Like all new devices, it has people in favor and some against it. This blog will provide all the necessary information concerning why TPMS is essential and the...
Owning a car comes with plenty of responsibilities. Maintenance is one of them. We are always aware of our batteries, tires, and even basics such as oil and water. Yet, did you ever think about how long your TPMS sensor can last? Awareness of this benefits your car's maintenance and safety while driving. You need to change your tires after a certain amount of KM. This is an estimated 10,000 to 50,000km. TPMS sensors are similar since they are built to last 5-10 years. However, the limited battery lifespan is a sensor's most common failure. However, other factors may affect...