TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS
What about your motorhome ’ s tow ?
Another point to consider is the potential harm caused by underinflated tires on toads and dinghies . Even if your rig contains a manufacturer ’ s TPMS , it will not monitor the tow . An add-on TPMS can monitor multiple tires including tows .
Did your rig come with everything you needed ?
Most don ’ t . If you ’ ve invested in upgrading the rig to make it right for you , why skimp on TPMS ?
As an owner , we make choices on what to add , or possibly remove , after taking ownership of our rigs .
Some upgrades are strictly for convenience and comfort , like installing an awning screen or upgrading an exterior TV . Some are for efficiencies like solar panels and self-leveling systems . While some others are for safety .
TPMS systems offer all of these : They provide convenience and comfort by monitoring tires constantly and from the comfort of the cab . They also support efficiency and safety by monitoring tires for the proper fuel-saving inflation level , signaling early pressure conditions that could result in equipment wear and tear , and warning of potentially
dangerous tire conditions . These early indicators can save you time , money , and potential injury .
Even with the best of intentions , without an automatic monitoring system , keeping a number of tires properly inflated at all times can be a hassle and overlooked .
Hopefully , this discussion was helpful . Next time , we will discuss the various TPMS components and how they may benefit your travel experience .
If you are ready to start your own research , please take a moment to visit InnovationTire . com to see the TireMinder TPMS models . This brand offers a variety of TPMS models to fit your needs for RV ’ s and for motorcycles . NEW ! Flow-Through Transmitters . ( https :// innovationtire . com )
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Select toy haulers from Forest River ’ s XLR series released after March 2020 including TPMS . There may be others .
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National Survey : Schrader Discovers 42 Percent of Drivers Still Can ’ t Identify Lifesaving Dashboard Warning Symbol ; April 2014 ; businesswire . com
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Choi , E-H . ( 2012 , April ). Tire-Related Factors in the Pre-Crash Phase . ( Report No . DOT HS 811 617 ). Washington , DC : National Highway Traffic Safety Administration . ###
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