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Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 289 / 539

Si circula con una presión inferior a la correcta en los neumáticos, ¿afecta al consumo?

If you drive with a tyre pressure lower than correct, does it affect fuel consumption?

  • ASi, disminuyen el consumo.Yes, fuel consumption goes down.
  • BNo, no influye en el consumo.No, it does not affect fuel consumption.
  • CSi , aumenta el consumo.Yes, fuel consumption goes up.
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Correct answer

  • CSi , aumenta el consumo.Yes, fuel consumption goes up.
Explanation

With a pressure lower than correct, the tyre flexes more and its rolling resistance increases, so the engine has to work harder and fuel consumption goes up. The tyre also wears out sooner at the edges.

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