Your tires are just like you – they don’t like extreme heat or freezing cold. When temperatures go wild, your tires feel it too. Ever notice your tire pressure light flashing in the winter? Or your tires feeling a little “sluggish” in the summer heat? That’s temperature at work, my friend. The hotter it gets, the more air expands inside your tires, and in the cold, the air contracts, leaving your tires under-inflated and ready to complain.
The fix? Keep an eye on that tire pressure and make adjustments depending on the weather. Hot day? Check for overinflation. Cold snap? Time to pump those tires up a bit. And if you’re dealing with extremes – like desert heat or icy tundras – there are special tires made just for that. It’s like swapping out your wardrobe for the season.
Temperature can also affect tread wear, so keeping your tires in their sweet spot is key to prolonging their life and ensuring you don’t slide through the next red light. So whether it’s hot or cold, give your tires the love they need to stay cool under pressure.
