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Old 07-01-2008, 12:38 AM   #54 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Formula413 View Post
The maximum pressure is irrelevant to what pressure will produce the best mileage, the best handling, or the best traction. All of these will generally be far less than the maximum pressure, except fuel economy.
I'm sorry but I just read a study that had all these benefits at the maximum pressure, I will try and find it again.

In the meantime here is an article about real life police vehicles enjoying better performance, reduced hydroplaning and improved tire life by simply going with the max sidewall pressure (50).
Driving Under Pressure: Editorial & Features at Officer.com
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