Tire pressure warning – an inconspicuous but incredibly useful car accessory. The Gotech GS8 offers the advantage of compactness, convenience, and seamless integration with Android screens, making it an essential addition to any vehicle equipped with a Gotech screen.
The importance of tires in cars: often underestimated but crucial
In today’s world of four-wheeled wonders, car owners often focus on upgrading their vehicles’ exteriors and performance. This can involve modifications to the intake system, exhaust system, engine, suspension system, or even the frame connections. However, there is one crucial element that directly impacts a car’s performance, often overshadowed by these modifications – the tire set. It is essential to emphasize that tires are the only part responsible for the car’s interaction with the road, enabling processes such as acceleration, deceleration, and directional changes.
In addition to these direct factors, tires also indirectly influence other operational aspects of a car, such as the suspension system’s softness/hardness, cabin noise insulation, fuel consumption, and even the functionality of the suspension system, steering system, and powertrain system (engine and gearbox) if they are not in optimal technical condition.
Every tire on the market has signs indicating its specifications, and vehicle owners should know how to interpret these signs. For example, this article features a Bridgestone Dueler tire labeled “255/60R18.” Here, 255 represents the width of the tire (the portion in contact with the road surface) in inches, while 60 indicates the tire’s sidewall height as a percentage of the tire’s width. In this case, the sidewall height is 255 x 60% = 153 inches. Lastly, R18 signifies that the tire fits an 18-inch rim.
Aside from understanding these tire specifications, it is crucial to be aware of when to replace tires. Large punctures (over 6mm), cracks, bulges, or worn-out tread (tread height less than 1.6mm compared to the primary tread groove) all indicate the need for replacement. Many drivers mistakenly believe that infrequently used tires in good condition do not require replacement. However, tires are primarily made of rubber and have a lifespan. Once tires leave the production line, their surfaces are subjected to environmental factors such as sunlight, rain, temperature, and humidity. Over time, these factors contribute to material aging and degradation, undermining the tire’s technical performance.
Therefore, even if a tire is used infrequently or sparingly, it should be replaced after five years from the date of manufacture. To determine a tire’s production date, drivers can refer to the four-digit code imprinted on the tire’s sidewall. For example, “0519” indicates the tire was produced in the fifth week (around February) of 2019.
Besides tire durability, tire pressure is another critical aspect that warrants attention as it directly affects a vehicle’s operational conditions. Driving with underinflated tires (pressure below the recommended level) leads to instability, manifesting as a vibrating steering wheel and off-center steering. Additionally, underinflated tires contribute to increased fuel consumption and accelerated tire tread wear, reducing overall durability.
On the other hand, overinflated tires (pressure above the recommended level) result in a stiff and bouncy ride, accompanied by increased noise when encountering speed bumps or rough roads. Braking efficiency may also be negatively affected due to reduced tire-to-road contact area.
The recommended tire pressure for each vehicle can usually be found on the driver’s side door, expressed in units such as Bar, KPa, PSI, or kg/cm2 (with 1 kg/cm2 = 14.2 PSI; 1 KPa = 0.01 Bar; and 1 PSI = 6,895 KPa). However, without a pressure gauge, how can drivers determine whether all four tires are properly inflated? This is where the Gotech GS8 proves invaluable.
Gotech GS8 tire pressure warning: Compact yet powerful
In modern vehicle models, the tire pressure monitoring feature (TPMS – Tire Pressure Monitor System) is often integrated at the factory. However, older models or lower-end versions may not come equipped with this feature, requiring users to purchase and install it separately.
Currently, there are two types of basic tire pressure warning accessories available: built-in valves and external valves. The difference lies in the sensor valve’s position. External valves offer easy installation without tire removal. However, the valve needs to be removed every time the tire is inflated, and its position on the outside of the tire may affect aesthetics, cause interference, or make it susceptible to theft.
In contrast, built-in tire pressure warning valves require tire removal during installation, and the process should ideally be performed by a technician. However, this product’s advantage lies in its theft resistance and lack of impact on aesthetics or interference.
Many tire pressure warning accessories on the market come with an additional screen to monitor tire pressure. These screens can be powered by the vehicle’s 12V battery through a cigarette lighter plug or through a separate power source such as solar energy or an integrated battery attached to the dashboard. However, these arrangements often require modifications that can impact aesthetics or interior materials.
To address these inconveniences, the Gotech GS8 tire pressure warning product stands as the ultimate solution, satisfying various requirements concerning aesthetics, functionality, and convenience.
The Gotech GS8 comprises four built-in valves and a device that integrates with Android screens or Gotech screens. After installation, users can effortlessly monitor tire pressure directly on their Gotech screens.
This product allows users to set custom warning levels according to their preferences. When the pressure exceeds or falls below a certain threshold, the system emits audio warnings through the speaker and displays visual notifications on the screen.
Additionally, users can track real-time tire information, including pressure and temperature, by accessing the app or using voice commands through the Gotech screen. The display unit can also be customized to the driver’s preference, allowing for easy monitoring by flexibly switching between KPa, Bar, PSI, kg/cm2, °C, or °F.
To overcome a significant drawback of built-in tire pressure sensor products, the Gotech GS8 supports tire swapping and matching through the screen. This means technicians no longer need to manually remove the sensor valves when rotating tires, as this can be done directly on the screen, offering unparalleled convenience.
According to the manufacturer, the Gotech GS8 includes valves made of rust-resistant, waterproof material for enhanced durability. The battery life can reach up to five years, and the distributor provides a three-year warranty.
Furthermore, between now and April 30th, 2023, customers purchasing most Gotech screen products will receive a range of accessories, including a dashcam (for products without a 360-degree camera system), 32GB memory card, 4G SIM, Vietmap S1 software license, and, of course, the Gotech GS8 tire pressure sensor.
During this time, customers can enjoy savings of up to several million VND, with the Gotech GS8 sensor alone having a value close to 3 million VND.
In conclusion…
Anh Phan (Tuoitrethudo)
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