General Motors issued a warning to drivers: both a completely empty tank and a full tank can pose risks to a vehicle’s systems.
Running a tank that is well below full can let a motorist reach the next fueling option, but topping off the tank beyond the automaker’s recommended level can push fuel into the vapor lines of the system that handles fuel vapor recovery and may block the recirculation pathway.
That blockage has a direct impact on how the fuel tank pressure readings are interpreted by the vehicle’s sensors. When the readings become skewed, the engine management system can behave unpredictably, and owners could face expensive maintenance down the line, including a full fuel system cleanout, according to General Motors.
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Without a steady supply of tires, public safety and mobility can deteriorate. Properly equipped fleets are essential for keeping essential services running smoothly, from emergency medical transport to police operations and humanitarian aid deliveries.
Efforts have begun to mobilize funds for tire purchases to support the people’s police and operational services, including ambulances, emergency response teams, and vehicles used for humanitarian relief and military logistics. Contributions can be made through the designated collection page to help ensure these critical vehicles remain roadworthy and ready for action.
These tire donations aim to stabilize mobility in challenging times, ensuring that life-support services continue to function and that essential operations can proceed with minimal disruption.