Improperly inflated tires are a Canadian habit. According to a recent Ipsos Reid poll, 70 percent of cars and light trucks in Canada are touring the nation’s roads with at least one poorly inflated tire, putting the public at risk and wasting fuel.
Under or over inflated tires wear unevenly and fail prematurely, resulting in early replacement, wasted fuel and even catastrophic accidents.
“The number of vehicles operating with under or over-inflated tires … day in and day out, is disturbing, considering that misinflation is the leading cause of tire failure,” said Glenn Maidment, president of the Canadian Rubber Association.
The study also found that only 45 percent of Canadians claim to perform the recommended monthly pressure check on their tires.
