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As a general rule, front tyres will last around 20,000 miles, while those at the rear could last 40,000. Should I get an air compressor? If you need to deflate your tyre, you have two options. You can remove the pressure gauge and carefully use a screwdriver to push the metal pin on the valve to release air. Or if you are using an analogue gauge, you can use the built-in deflator button to bring the pressure to the correct amount. Higher pressures can mean a harsher more uncomfortable ride, but don’t be tempted to reduce pressures for a softer ride. And this isn't theoretical. A worrying portion of cars on British roads( TyreSafe claim around 50%) have underinflated tyres, and it's responsible for about a third of car accidents where vehicle defect is a contributing factor. It is therefore very important to point out how tyre negligence can pose a real risk to not only you but other people. How a tyre gauge can helpIf you suspect you have a slow puncture it’s best to get the help of a professional. Should I replace my tyre for a slow puncture?
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It could be dangerous to drive with the wrong tyre pressure as it can affect stopping distances and make a blow-out more likely. For most of our readers interested in an AA pump, this is the ideal solution. It’s a marked step up from the basic inflator above, offering simple operation. The increasing loss of pressure will eventually affect your car’s handling and safety before your tyre becomes completely flat. Slow puncture repairAs with a lot of pumps above basic level, you also get a range of adaptors in the box too, great if you need to get some air into a football or paddling pool. Expect less responsive handling, heavier turning and a tougher time controlling your vehicle in general. The problems will only escalate with further driving and could have an impact on your safety. A number of factors will determine how long a tyre lasts. Tyre design and quality, driver habits, road condition and climate all make a difference. Air compressors are a great option if you prefer to inflate your tyres away from a petrol station forecourt. High pressure tyres become stiff and require more fuel to navigate bumps and irregularities in the road.
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Misshapen tyre– a tyre that appears out of shape when compared with others usually indicates a change in pressure We only ship to parts of the US, states include:California,Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, Idaho, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Wisconsin Pulled steering– if you loosen your grip on the steering wheel on a flat road you might notice your car pulls to the side Remove the valve dust cap from the tyre valve and place the pressure gauge onto the tyre valve stem
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If you need to inflate your tyre, attach a suitable pump to the valve and increase the tyre pressure in small increments. As you would expect at such a low price point, this is very much the basic unit. In general it’s worth spending a little more as this is a safety device after all, more on why in a moment. While it’s possible to drive with a slow puncture, doing so increases the chances of the puncture growing in size and releasing more air. It may be possible to drive on a tyre with low pressure, but you could find your driving seriously affected.