Glossary / General

TPMS

21 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

TPMS is a system that checks if your car's tires have enough air. If any tire is low on air, it warns you so you can fill it up and stay safe while driving.

Technical Definition

TPMS stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System, which is a safety feature in vehicles that monitors the air pressure in the tires and alerts the driver when the pressure is too low. This helps prevent tire blowouts and improves fuel efficiency.

Hear It Discussed

"Most any name brand tire store anymore is going to have the equipment to handle TPM. The industry calls it TPMS problems."
Car Repair Tips Live On The Air Do You Need TPMS and How To Fix Under The Hood show 07:22

"what does it mean when the car says you're losing tire pressure quickly pull over? And I'm like, what's the number?"
Surprise! These Are The Top 10 Fastest Selling Used Cars! | Ep. 336 TFL Car Chat 01:21

"...did the dealer actually do the TPMS work?"
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - January 3, 2026 - Hour 2 - Calls, Calls and More Calls Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 13:14