“The adoption of pressure monitors has not been trouble-free, with false warnings a common irritant to drivers of new models. Carmakers and tire companies are working to advance the art of the sensor and its supporting electronics, making the system less susceptible to the effects of the environment and the perils of the road — and making it more trustworthy for drivers.”
“Continental’s solution, still two or three years away, involves putting the sensor on the inner surface of the tire instead of on the wheel. It is part of what the company calls the I.T.S., for intelligent tire monitoring system.
In this design, the tire sensor would also communicate with the car’s control computer and could govern the vehicle’s top speed until the tire reaches a proper temperature and pressure level. “There’s been a lot of debate about whether people really care about this stuff,” Mr. Randall said. “Because of the I.T.S., because of enhanced data, we will be able to provide the vehicle with more information. If we’re talking about improving handling and drivability, this is something the driver can perceive.” “
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