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Check your tyres before you holiday trip
Check your tyres before you holiday trip
With the warming weather, people are starting to plan their spring and summer trips and many decide to go on a road trip. As that trip gets closer, it's essential that people check the air pressure and condition of their tyres (in Swedish, dck) before heading out not only for better safety but also so save in fuel costs.
Every second car on the road has the wrong tyre pressure, warns the Finnish tyre manufacturer Nokian Tyres, and this may have serious consequences. High summer temperatures, heavy luggage and high speeds put the tyres under stress. Seven per cent of all break-downs are caused by defective wheels and tyres according to the German Automobile association ADAC break-down statistics 2008. Tyre equipment was responsible for 1184 accidents with bodily injuries in 2009, the Federal Statistical Office of Germany states.
If the tyre pressure of one front wheel is 1 bar too low, the braking distance is extended by ten per cent on wet roads, as the ADAC has proven in driving tests. It becomes even more dangerous in curves. If all tyres have an inflation pressure of 1 bar too low, the lateral grip of the tyres is reduced to nearly half (55 per cent). The driver can easily lose control of his car in which case the car may start skidding and skid off the road. The risk is even greater with a heavy load.
Drive safely and save fuel
Tyres with too low pressure also increase fuel consumption. With 0.4 bar lower pressure a car consumes two per cent more fuel on average, and the wear of the tyre is 30 per cent bigger. Especially on long holiday trips and considering high fuel prices, during the holiday season eco summer tyres (in Swedish, sommardck) really pay off.
"Low rolling resistance eco tyres like Nokian H for compact cars or even ultra high performance tyres with relatively low rolling resistance like Nokian Z G2 can save up to half a litre of fuel per 100 kilometres", recommends Teppo Huovila, Vice President R & D at Nokian Tyres. "A rolling resistance lowered by 40 per cent saves six per cent fuel. This is 300 Euros less over a driving distance of 40000 kilometres. Furthermore these tyres produce less CO2 emissions. Both premium tyres are "very recommendable" according to the ADAC test."
Check the overall condition of your tyres
Safety also depends on the tyre profile. The DSI driving safety indicator on the Nokian tyres shows the groove depth as a number between 8 and 2. An aquaplaning indicator warns of aquaplaning with a water drop symbol. It fades when the remaining profile is only four millimetres, indicating a higher risk. To avoid aquaplaning and to have a short enough braking distance on a wet road, the main grooves must have a minimum depth of four millimetres. Erased spots in the profile may indicate defective shock absorbers.
If tyres have too little air, they can even tear because of the bigger flexing work. But also damages like cracks, cuts or bulges can lead to blow-outs. Too high pressure reduces the safety, too, as the contact area is smaller then and the grip area changes in which case the tyre wears only in the middle. The Nokian Tyres products are developed, tested and manufactured in the demanding conditions of the north. They offer the best possible performance even in the most extreme conditions. Saving money while studying in Australia, a guide for Australians and International students Himachal holiday packages: true glory of nature International students: one of Australia's biggest exports Safety in Australia following attacks on Indian students The culture of an Australian university, and the problems international students may face How to maximise your grades when studying in an Australian university Malaysia Top Places to Visit with Malaysia Package Tours Finding Nemo at the London Aquarium To Buy Or Not To Buy A Franchise Golfing Placing Tips: Getting Is More Crucial Than Traveling Watch Bangladesh Vs South Africa Cricket World Cup 19th March Live Stream Enjoy Your River Rafting Tour Packages in Rishikesh with us Spain Trip And Shopping In Spain