tire pressure

noun

: the amount of air inside a tire

Examples of tire pressure in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The summer road trip season is about to begin, which means plenty of people are about to go get their tire pressure checked, their oil changed, and give their car a general tune-up. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2024 Bennett also urged drivers to check their tire pressure to ensure they are properly inflated, treaded and to carry a spare tire. Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2024 In addition, low tire pressure can reduce your range. Annie Gabillet, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2023 These include vehicle information like graphics for tire pressure and fuel economy. Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 22 Jan. 2024 This kit includes jumper cables, an escape hammer, a tire pressure gauge, screwdrivers, a flashlight, bungee cords, an ice scraper, and a 66-piece first aid kit. Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023 The only thing missing is tire pressure, which the Trek Connect app has for some of its e-bikes. Eric Bangeman, Ars Technica, 18 Dec. 2023 Bennett is also clear to emphasize the importance of checking tire pressure and tread on all cars. Annie Gabillet, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2023 Additionally, a hot day will cause the air inside your tires to expand and increases the tire pressure, which could increase wear and the risk of skidding. Airplanes are also not designed to take off at extreme temperatures. Matthew T. Hughes, The Conversation, 29 Aug. 2023

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“Tire pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tire%20pressure. Accessed 23 May. 2024.

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