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How Nitrogen works and what it does...
Nitrogen (N2) makes up the
majority of what we breathe. It is colorless, tasteless
and non toxic. Nitrogen is a larger molecule than
oxygen, therefore it cannot escape as easily as oxygen
through the rubber tire wall. Leaking at a much slower
rate than oxygen, a tire filled with Nitrogen maintains
it's proper pressure roughly three to four times longer
than air-filled tires. Proper inflation provides better
fuel economy, superior handling, longer tire life and
increased safety for your family.
N2 is a dry inert gas...
Oxygen in a tire provides unwanted oxidation. Over
time, this reaction destroys tire and corrodes wheels.
Nitrogen is a harmless inert gas that does not react
negatively with tire and wheels. Nitrogen filled tires
also reduce tire heat, therefore decreasing rolling
resistance and increasing fuel economy.
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