Yesterday, while coming back after a long weekend, I noticed at least 4 cars with tire blowouts. The first time in my life saw 16-wheeler tire blow out. It was not even that hot yesterday. That made me wonder if one should reduce the tire pressure a couple of psi if you are going on a long road trip.
I am pretty sure the tires get hot on a long drive but I always thought that the tires are made to handle that heat. I admit I don't know the physics of it in relation to the tires.
Is there any consensus on how it should be dealt with in summer, stick to the pressure indicated on the door or reduce a bit? We usually take 15 min stops every 2 hours, but this year we are planning first long (~1200 miles) road trip, thought I should know.
I am pretty sure the tires get hot on a long drive but I always thought that the tires are made to handle that heat. I admit I don't know the physics of it in relation to the tires.
Is there any consensus on how it should be dealt with in summer, stick to the pressure indicated on the door or reduce a bit? We usually take 15 min stops every 2 hours, but this year we are planning first long (~1200 miles) road trip, thought I should know.