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Old 08-26-2008, 09:54 AM
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There are certain allegations about how the car tires should be inflated to achieve maximum performance. Based on research, trials and testings, a certain equation is formulated:

Harder tires = lower rolling resistance

Gas mileage is affected by more than just the size and weight of the tire. Rolling resistance of the tire has a larger effect.

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Old 08-26-2008, 11:59 PM
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The tire's life is solely in the hands of the owner. If it is properly maintained, it will live long. This equation is very true, and with the aid of professionals, this will be properly explained and the car owners and drivers will become wise about this, giving more months to the tires' lives, thus saving money.
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Old 08-29-2008, 04:52 AM
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This must also be put on a habit. A car owner or a driver should periodically check the tire forthe proper inflation of the air. This can really prolong the tire's life.
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Old 08-29-2008, 05:16 AM
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Yes, this is true also to all the things that we have. The better the maintenance, the longer the life of the property.

In here, the tires should not be very hard. I have experienced driving a car with hard tires. It can slip to rough roads. But when the air inflates it properly' meaning not too hard os soft. It can perform best. Easy turn and good movement.
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Old 08-29-2008, 06:40 AM
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There are certain allegations about how the car tires should be inflated to achieve maximum performance. Based on research, trials and testings, a certain equation is formulated:

Harder tires = lower rolling resistance

Gas mileage is affected by more than just the size and weight of the tire. Rolling resistance of the tire has a larger effect.

More on this story at: Low-Resistance Tires | Hybrid Cars
The equation is really true. Safe travel is obtained to good tire inflation. Not too hard and not too soft.
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Old 09-08-2008, 11:38 AM
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Too hard or to soft will reduce tire life ,so keep a suitable pressure is very important.But if you want to drive easy you should pay attention to the angel of the tire aslo.
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Old 09-11-2008, 05:33 AM
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Too hard or to soft will reduce tire life ,so keep a suitable pressure is very important.But if you want to drive easy you should pay attention to the angel of the tire aslo.
Good to hear about that. One should alsokeep in mind about the load that is being carried by the car.
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Old 09-15-2008, 04:57 AM
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Good to hear about that. One should alsokeep in mind about the load that is being carried by the car.
Yes, the load should always be beared in mind on how to inflate the tires properly.
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Old 09-17-2008, 06:05 AM
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Pretty cool tips eh? I didn't know it man... Thanks a lot!
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Old 09-17-2008, 08:34 AM
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Yes, the load should always be beared in mind on how to inflate the tires properly.
The proper pressure of your car with respect to the load is really the best thing to do. You should always be aware of the tire's pressure beacause lots of accidents occur because of the faulty pressure that the tire have with respect to the load it carries.
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