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      03-05-2024, 12:34 PM   #79
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Originally Posted by M5Rick View Post
The tyres are clearly rolling on the sidewalls, I don't think that's good for grip.
The police have much higher pressures than recommended by manufacturers on their cars which are needed for high speed chases.
It is better for grip. Trust me, I drive the 'ring regularly.

Dont know why the police run high pressures (I'd guess for continued high-speed driving to stop the tyre overheating) but grip isnt the reason.

The car in question is an M2 btw...
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