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In order to understand the benefits of having a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) installed, we must firstly understand what the system is: A Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is an electronic device that is installed on or near to the dashboard and uses wireless technology to receive signals from the sensors fitted to each of the tyres. The purpose of the system is to take the worry out of having to manually monitor tyre pressures. Some of the features a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System has are that it operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and monitors your tyre pressures and temperatures constantly. The system will alert the driver within a few seconds of abnormal tyre pressure or temperature.  The benefit of having a TPMS system checking your tyre pressures and temperatures are correct at all times not only means better fuel efficiency and longer tyre life but also very importantly safety.  Under-inflated tyres can compromise the stability of a vehicle, its handling and braking. Under-inflated tyres can also increase fuel consumption costing you money. When tyre pressures are kept at correct levels, optimum vehicle performance in the areas' of braking, steering, and general handling are realised.

Constant tyre monitoring means you can check your tyre pressures from inside your car by just looking at the monitor on your dashboard and delivers the same benefits to drivers whether they are behind the wheel of a passenger car or a high speed race car.  A TPMS reduces wear on your tyres, increases or maximises fuel efficiency saving you money and provides piece of mind that your tyres will not cause any safety issues. To put it simply, a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is a very sound investment for any vehicle.