What Is TPMS & How Does Tire Pressure Work?

Imagine driving on a serene road with the wind brushing against your car. Your favorite tunes are playing, and suddenly, you feel an odd drag or tug—alert pings on your dashboard. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is on! But how does tire pressure work, and why must your car have a dedicated system to monitor it?
Since vehicles have been rolling on rubber, tire pressure has been pivotal to having a smooth and safe journey. In the early days of automotive invention, the significance of tire pressure wasn’t …