# Tire Physics Explains Why Cold Tires Destroy Your MPG

> Rolling resistance is a way to measure how much energy your tires use as they roll down a street or highway. It's something you should always know.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2193073/tire-physics-cold-tires-mpg-rolling-resistance/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a3120a463a0fcbb0f772a52)
- **Published:** 2026-06-16
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #tires #cold #destroy #explains #physics #resistance #rolling #affect
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