Indirect TPMS
Certain vehicles utilize indirect TPMS systems instead of direct ones. Examples of manufacturers that use indirect prominently are Honda and Volkswagen. Since the systems measure tire pressure indirectly, there’s no sensors inside the wheels. Instead the...
New TPMS Sensors for Winter Wheels
For the regions of the US & Canada where winters are cold, vehicle owners typically purchase a second set of rims & tires, for vehicle travel during the colder months. Tires designed for colder weather allow for better traction during wintertime. A spare wheel...
TPMS – What Shops Need to Know
The TREAD Act mandated that passenger cars and light trucks have an alert system for low tire pressure by model year 2008. Since the average vehicle age in the U.S. is now around 12 years, that means that almost every car/truck that comes into shops for new...
