Tyre inflation stationFrance

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100. Tyre inflation station

An tyre inflation station is a facility where drivers can check and adjust the air pressure in their vehicle's tyres. It is commonly located at filling stations, service areas, garages or other roadside facilities and usually provides a pressure gauge and compressed-air hose.

Correct tyre pressure contributes to safe handling, braking, tyre wear and fuel or energy efficiency. Drivers should inflate their tyres to the pressure recommended for their vehicle and load conditions.

Tyre inflation station
An air pressure station along the A46. (Ain, France)
Wikimedia.org • Marc Mongenet • CC BY-SA
What is an air pressure station?

An air pressure station is a facility where drivers can measure and adjust the air pressure in their vehicle's tyres.

Where can you find an air pressure station?

Air pressure equipment is commonly available at filling stations, service areas, garages and other vehicle-service facilities.

What tyre pressure should you use?

Use the tyre pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. The required pressure can vary according to the vehicle, tyres and load.

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