Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 412 / 539

¿Influye la presión de los neumáticos en el consumo?

Does tyre pressure affect fuel consumption?

  • ANo, no tiene relaciónNo, there is no link
  • BSí, una presión baja aumenta el consumoYes, low pressure increases fuel consumption
  • CSolo afecta a la seguridadIt only affects safety
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Correct answer

  • BSí, una presión baja aumenta el consumoYes, low pressure increases fuel consumption
Explanation

A tyre pressure lower than recommended increases rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Checking the pressure regularly is key to efficiency.

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