BENEFITS OF TPMS
BENEFITS OF TPMS SENSORS
The EU states that under inflation of tyres account for 20 million litres of additional fuel consumed globally and account for 2 million tonnes of CO2 emissions. The safety aspect of TPMS systems is paramount. According to road safety reports incorrect tyre pressure in vehicles accounts for 9% of accidents including fatalities and 41% of accidents involving injury.
Benefits to vehicle owner
- Improved fuel efficiency
- Decreased tyre wear
- Improves driver safety
- Reduces breaking distance
- Lower CO2 emissions
- Improves vehicle handling
Due to the new legislation and new MOT regulations there will be a natural requirement to maintain, repair and service TPMS systems. Workshops need to be aware of the advantages of this new technology:
Benefits to workshops
- Increased importance of specailised services
- Quick installation times
- Additional income from the service, fitting and maintenance of the systems
- Gives workshops and garages a competitive advantage
