Tire pressureCanada
171. Tire pressure
Tire pressure is the amount of air pressure inside a vehicle's tire. Correct tire pressure helps the tire maintain its intended shape and contact with the road and is important for handling, braking, tire wear and fuel consumption.
Tire pressure should be checked regularly and adjusted to the pressure specified by the vehicle manufacturer. The recommended pressure can vary according to the vehicle, tire size and load, and the front and rear tires may require different pressures.
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Why is correct tyre pressure important?
Correct tyre pressure helps provide predictable handling, braking and tyre wear. Incorrect pressure can reduce performance, increase tyre wear and increase fuel consumption.
🔗 michelin.co.uk • Michelin, tyre sidewall markings and sizing
🔗 michelin.co.uk • Michelin, winter tyres, conditions and markings
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Annex 6, tyres and pressures; national guidance example
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 228–231, snow and ice; national guidance example
Should tyre pressure be checked regularly?
Yes. Tyres gradually lose air over time, so their pressure should be checked regularly and before demanding or long journeys. The pressure should be adjusted to the manufacturer's recommended value.
🔗 michelin.co.uk • Michelin, tyre sidewall markings and sizing
🔗 michelin.co.uk • Michelin, winter tyres, conditions and markings
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Annex 6, tyres and pressures; national guidance example
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 228–231, snow and ice; national guidance example

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