Why You Should Check Your Tire Pressure

Making sure your tires are not under-inflated is an important part of owning a car. Tires that are not holding enough air are more likely to wear out and go flat. When tires are not kept at similar air pressure levels, they will wear out at different rates. This can be problematic and costly since worn out tires need to be replaced or they create a safety risk.

If you are looking for a used car with properly-maintained tires, the Austin used car dealerships of Chapman Motor Sales will have exactly what you need. Our 11 Austin-area locations are almost as convenient as our combined online inventory. Stop by in person or online anytime for great service from a family-run business.

Benefits of Maintaining Tire Pressure

When a car’s tire pressure is too low, it causes them to perform sub-optimally. Tires that are under-inflated are more likely to:

• Lose traction against the road
• Wear out
• Go flat
• Increase fuel consumption
• Need replacement

The required tire pressure is usually printed on the end of the driver’s seat door, near the handle’s height. For every three psi the tire is under-inflated, it is estimated that cars exhaust 1% more fuel and wear out 10% faster.

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If you are looking for a quality used car, the Austin used car dealers of Chapman Motor Sales have hundreds to choose from. We have a car for every budget and preference. Stop by any of our 11 locations or browse our combined online inventory to learn more about what we have to offer.