We keep a close eye on how much fuel we use. But did you know that tire pressure can make a difference too?
Underinflated tires can increase fuel consumption, accelerate tire wear, and affect vehicle handling.
Yet after checking and adjusting tire pressure, how many of us keep a record of those measurements?
With MotorTrack, you can record every pressure check and inflation in your vehicle's maintenance history, making it easier to review past readings and track changes over time.
A pressure history for each tire
Instead of scattering readings across notebooks or phone notes, you can record the pressure measured at each of your vehicle's four wheels directly in MotorTrack.
Front left, front right, rear left, rear right: each reading is saved with its check date.
You can look back at previous checks and see how your readings have changed over time.
Keep a record of tire inflation
Checking tire pressure doesn't necessarily mean you need to add air.
That's why MotorTrack distinguishes between pressure checks and tire inflation.
When you adjust the pressure, you can record the readings before and after inflation.
Both values remain available in your history. Always use your vehicle manufacturer's recommended pressures rather than assuming that one pressure suits every vehicle.
Repeated pressure loss may indicate a slow leak
A tire doesn't always go flat suddenly. A nail, screw, or another foreign object can cause a slow leak that is difficult to spot just by looking at the tire.
If you repeatedly need to inflate the same tire, it may be more than a normal pressure fluctuation. Comparing successive readings in MotorTrack can help you notice an unusual loss and decide when to have the tire inspected.
The history does not detect punctures automatically: it helps you identify a pattern worth investigating. If pressure drops significantly or rapidly, have the tire checked without delay.
That's another reason why regular checks matter: the longer the gap between readings, the harder it becomes to spot when pressure loss began.
Don't lose track of your next pressure check
Recording tire pressure is useful. Knowing when to check it again matters just as much.
MotorTrack lets you keep track of your checking schedule and see when your next check is due.
The goal is to make regular maintenance easier without having to remember the date of your last visit to an air pump.
Good habits for checking tire pressure
For the right pressure, refer to your vehicle manufacturer's guidance, including recommendations for different loads. Whenever possible, measure tire pressure when the tires are cold, following the manufacturer's instructions.
A history can help you spot changes between checks, but it cannot replace an actual pressure measurement or an inspection of a potentially damaged tire. Unusual pressure loss deserves attention even when no damage is visible.
Take control of your tire pressure
Turn individual checks into a useful maintenance history.
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