Truck tyres

What are the risks of incorrect truck tyre pressure?

Neglecting truck tyre maintenance can lead to major problems:

• When tyres are under-inflated, they generate more heat, which weakens the tyre's structure. This can cause sudden blowouts, resulting in dangerous situations for your drivers and other road users, or simply reduce the longevity of the tyres and imply premature replacement.

• Over-inflation, on the other hand, makes tyres more susceptible to wear and tear. This reduces traction, particularly in poor weather conditions and puts your fleet at risk of accidents, delays and costly repairs.

• What's more, incorrect truck tyre pressure also impacts fuel consumption. Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance, meaning your trucks will use more fuel to cover the same distance. This not only adds unnecessary costs but also shortens the lifespan of the tyres, resulting in more frequent replacements.

What are the potential causes of damage?

Most damage to truck tyres is caused by impacts with objects on the road, such as stones, scrap metal or kerbs. Perforations caused by screws are particularly common because of their ability to penetrate the tyre easily. Depending on the nature and location of the puncture, it may not always be repairable.

Tyres are also vulnerable to damage caused by overloading. When a heavy goods vehicle is carrying loads in excess of recommended limits, the load carried by the tyres increases and can lead to premature wear and structural failure. Always make sure you comply with the maximum load specified for the truck's tyres.