Tyre Pressure Guide for Kenya

Correct pressure is the single cheapest way to make tyres last longer, save fuel and stay safe — yet most cars on Kenyan roads are running under-inflated.

Finding your correct pressure

Your recommended pressure is on a sticker in the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual — not the number on the tyre (that's the maximum). Most Kenyan saloons run around 30–33 psi; SUVs and loaded pickups run higher.

Nairobi heat changes the rules

Pressure rises as tyres heat up. Always check when the tyres are cold — first thing in the morning, before a long drive. On a hot afternoon after highway driving, readings will be higher; don't let air out to 'correct' them.

Going upcountry with a full boot and passengers? Add 3–5 psi to the rear. Carrying nothing but yourself around town? The standard figure is fine.

Check every two weeks

A tyre can lose 1–2 psi a month naturally, faster in heat or with a slow puncture. A two-minute check at the fuel station every fortnight prevents uneven wear and blowouts.