Glossary / General

tire pressures

24 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Tire pressures are how much air is in a car's tires. If the pressure is too low or too high, it can affect how the car handles and drives, especially during races.

Technical Definition

Tire pressures refer to the amount of air inside a tire, which affects its performance, handling, and safety. Proper tire pressure is crucial for optimal grip and fuel efficiency, especially in motorsports where precision is key.

Hear It Discussed

"I checked the tire pressures and the oil level. And that was it."
Go Rallying With Your Friends — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 200 The Carmudgeon Show 05:23

"go and check your tire pressures, go and do stuff that you don't normally do"
Christmas Special with Gordon Murray! | The Car Podcast #67 The Car Podcast with Chris Harris & Friends 24:00

"which took me a good morning to do [1248.5s] just to get tire pressures right and all the rest of it. [1254.1s] But, yeah, queuing up at Folkestone to get on the Euro tunnel."
Better Than a classic 911? The Ultimate Porsche 356 Deep Dive 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast 20:48