nitrogen in tires
we bought a used 2013 Toyota Sienna van, 39K miles, a few months ago and it has the green valve stem caps, so I assume it has nitrogen in the tires. Still has the original equipment Michelin tires on...
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Nitrogen has benefits in tires used for air craft or race cars. For a vehicle at normal speeds, it serves no practical purpose. It is a profit center for the tire seller.
If it makes you feel better, spend the money on it. It won’t hurt, but remember that it is not as easy to find 100% Nitrogen for bring tires up to pressure.
Normal air contains 78% Nitrogen, so is it worth it for an extra 22%? I think not.
The next time I tow my trailer at 200 MPH or it has the name “Boeing” on it, I will use nitrogen.
If it makes you feel better, spend the money on it. It won’t hurt, but remember that it is not as easy to find 100% Nitrogen for bring tires up to pressure.
Normal air contains 78% Nitrogen, so is it worth it for an extra 22%? I think not.
The next time I tow my trailer at 200 MPH or it has the name “Boeing” on it, I will use nitrogen.
