Comments on: Addendum to Proper Tire Pressure

By: Robert Schernig

Robert Schernig — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:55:05 +0000

I have a big difference between my tire maximum pressure of 44 psi and the manufactures recommendation of 30 psi. Why would such a large difference exist?
Would increasing the pressure by 1/2 the difference = 37 psi give better gas mileage and longer tire life, without a noticeable effect on ride or handeling? Would going all the way to 44 psi give more improvement in economy?

By: Brian Carr

Brian Carr — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 03:14:00 +0000

Thanks for the question.

While I am not a mechanic, nor am I greatly knowledgeable when it comes to cars, I would say that the tire pressure is probably a bit low.

One thing you can do to check to make sure 40 is okay is check your car’s manual. Somewhere in there should list what the manufacturer recommends for tire pressure.

If the number in the manual is vastly different than what is listed on the tire, I would go by what is on the tire.

Since you shouldn’t take my word as the gospel, I would also recommend calling the tire manufacturer to see if 40 is ok.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 14 Jul 2006 21:41:00 +0000

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By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 14 Jul 2006 21:41:00 +0000

Just question…..44 is listed for tire pressure on my tires. I checked my tires and they are at 40…is this a good pressure?