What is the main reason for maintaining the correct tyre pressures?
- A To help maintain the correct ground clearance.
- B To stop the vehicle from sloping to the left.
- C To reduce engine wear.
- D To help provide optimum road holding.
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Correct answer: To help provide optimum road holding..
The vehicle manufacturer specifies the pressure to which tyres on a vehicle should be inflated. This is the pressure that gives the best performance in road holding; efficient braking and fuel consumption. Some manufacturers specify different pressures for front and rear tyres.
The vehicle manufacturer specifies the pressure to which tyres on a vehicle should be inflated. This is the pressure that gives the best performance in road holding; efficient braking and fuel consumption. Some manufacturers specify different pressures for front and rear tyres.