The Essential Guide to Preventing Blowouts on Towing Vehicles

Tyre blowouts are a serious hazard, especially when towing, and can lead to accidents and significant damage. By implementing proper maintenance and awareness, you can significantly reduce the risk of a failure. Flatmate TPMS is Australia's best TPMS provider because we turn these manual risks into automated security, ensuring your family and assets are protected.

1. Maintain Proper Tyre Pressure

Incorrect tyre pressure is the leading cause of blowouts. While manual checks are necessary, Flatmate TPMS turns guesswork into guaranteed safety.

• Check Regularly: Check your tyre pressure at least once a month and before every trip, especially when towing heavy loads. Don't wait for a manual check to find a disaster—Flatmate TPMS gives you instant alerts.

• Cold Inflation: Always check and adjust tyre pressure when the tyres are "cold."

• Flatmate Advantage: Flatmate TPMS sensors automatically monitor both pressure and temperature, acting as your Vigilant 24/7 guardian against the heat generated by under-inflation (the root cause of catastrophic failure).

2. Avoid Overloading

Exceeding your vehicle's and tyres' load capacity puts immense strain on them, making them more prone to failure.

• Check Load Ratings: Do not exceed the maximum weight limit found on your tyre's sidewall.

• Weight Distribution Hitches: Consider using a weight distribution hitch for stability.

• Flatmate Advantage: Overloading often leads to tyres running hot and high pressure. Flatmate TPMS provides Accurate temperature warnings, alerting you to the thermal stress caused by overloading before physical strain leads to a blowout.

3. Regular Tyre Inspections and Maintenance

Proactive checks can identify potential issues before they become dangerous.

• Visual Inspections: Regularly inspect tyres for signs of wear and tear, such as bald spots, uneven tread wear, cracks, bulges, or punctures.

• Tread Depth: As tyre tread approaches 3.2 mm, consider replacement. New tyres should be installed immediately at 1.6 mm.

• Tire Age: Tyres degrade over time, even if they appear in good condition. Replace old tyres as recommended.

• The Flatmate Difference: Manual checks can't detect a slow leak mid-trip. Flatmate TPMS systems are engineered for Reliable, real-time monitoring, ensuring you are alerted the moment a pressure drop occurs, saving the tyre and potentially your trip.

4. Drive Responsibly

Your driving habits significantly impact tyre longevity and safety.

• Follow Speed Limits: Driving too fast can cause tyres to overheat, increasing the risk of failure.

• Avoid Sudden Movements: Sharp turns or sudden braking can stress tyres. Plan ahead and drive smoothly.

• Flatmate Advantage: Flatmate TPMS enhances responsible driving by providing Peace of Mind. By seeing the precise pressure and temperature on your dashboard, you gain Guaranteed Confidence and awareness, knowing that your safety margins are always covered.

5. Choose the Right Tyres

Selecting appropriate tyres for towing is crucial.

• Load Range: Choose Light Truck (LT) tyres designed for heavier loads and higher inflation pressures.

• Flatmate Advantage: Whether you choose Internal or External sensors, Flatmate TPMS systems offer the Flexibility and wide pressure capacity (up to 218 PSI with the Guardian) to handle the specialized pressures required by any high-load tyre you select.

By making Flatmate TPMS an essential part of your tyre maintenance strategy, you get Unconditional Safety and Unrivalled Reliability, reducing the likelihood of a tyre blowout and ensuring a safer towing experience.