And, eventually, these technologies will become widespread, said TJ Campbell, tire information and testing manager at the online retailer Tire Rack, because the information tires can provide is so critical. The app might recommend the driver increase or decrease tire air pressures or it could warn of leaks. The app might recommend the driver increase or decrease tire air pressures or itcould warn of leaks. Performance of a different sort is even more critical for the 14-foot tall tires used on mining trucks. As tires wear, smart tire systems can allow ABS computers in the car to automatically adjust as tire treads wear out, tire companies say.

Source: CNN March 21, 2021 13:07 UTC