What Does TPMS Mean

Sometimes people in the car industry toss around acronyms a lot of other people don’t understand. If you’re wondering, “What does TPMS mean?” It stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and it uses tire pressure sensors to track the air pressure on the tires on your vehicle. If the TPMS detects that one or more of your vehicle’s tires isn’t at the recommended pressure, you’ll receive a warning.

Your tires might not be your first thought when it comes to your safety, but having good tires that are properly inflated is essential to your safety when on any road. Have questions? Call the service department at Haggerty Buick GMC. We’re always happy to help!

Why is a TPMS Important?

Proper tire inflation helps to keep your tires from wearing out before their prime and helps to ensure you won’t have to drive around on your spare tire. A TPMS is an easy way to keep track of your tire pressure during your trips around town.

The purpose of a tire pressure monitoring system is to track the pressure inside your tires and alert you if the levels drop below the recommended amount. If your tire pressure light comes on, it means your tires are under-inflated and need to be checked. Under-inflated tires can cause big problems, such as:

• Decreased load carrying capability
• A flat tire or blowout
• Excessive tire wear
• Poor traction

Proper Tire Inflation

Both over and under-inflation of tires can lead to a bunch of problems for drivers. However, a properly inflated tire will help to:

• Increase the life of the tire
• Reduce rolling resistance which will increase vehicle efficiency
• Increase water dispersion which decreases the likelihood of hydroplaning and reduces the likelihood of an accident

To find out what the proper tire pressure is for your vehicle, check your owner’s manual or call the service department at Haggerty Buick GMC. Remember to always check your tire pressure whenever you rotate your tires.

Bring Your Vehicle in for Service at Haggerty Buick GMC

If you are interested in purchasing a vehicle with a tire pressure monitoring system, come into to see our extensive inventory of new and used vehicles with a TPMS, including those in the Denali lineup. Have more questions about maintaining your tires, the Buick Encore color lineup, or the benefits of OEM parts? No problem. Haggerty Buick GMC is at your service. Contact us today to learn more about our models, accessories, and even to learn how to clean car floor mats!