AS YOU TURN BACK YOUR CLOCKS THIS WEEKEND, DON'T FORGET TO ALSO CHECK YOUR TIRE PRESSURE

Auto Alliance Urges Americans to Remember to Check Tire Pressure

Washington, DC, October 30 /PRNewswire/ — As you turn back your clocks this weekend, the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers wants to remind drivers that it is also a good time to check your tire pressure.

Fall's weather already makes for challenging driving, but when a car's tires are under-inflated, it can compromise the vehicle's safety and fuel efficiency. Temperature change is one external factor that can have an impact on a vehicle's tire pressure. Tire pressure is measured by pounds per square inch (PSI) and for every 10-degree change in temperature; a tire can lose about one PSI.

Safety and fuel efficiency are two important reasons to maintain proper tire pressure. Under-inflated tires can lead to accidents that involve skidding or loss of control, hydroplaning on wet or icy surfaces, and flat tires or tire blowouts. Additionally, fuel efficiency is reduced one percent for every three-PSI under proper inflation, so keeping tires properly inflated translates to a free tank of gas every year.

Individuals can log onto the Auto Alliance's new Web site, www.EcoDrivingUSA.com, to learn more about how temperature changes, safety and fuel efficiency all relate to maintaining proper tire pressure and better fuel efficiency.

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers is a trade association of 11 car and light truck manufacturers including BMW Group, Chrysler, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi Motors, Porsche, Toyota and Volkswagen. For more information, visit the Alliance website at www.autoalliance.org.