- Holds pressure longer
- Better fuel economy
- Longer tire life
- Less wheel corrosion
Why Choose Nitrogen for Your Tires?
Neal’s Garage in Durham, NC, is proud to offer professional nitrogen tire fill service to our customers. Standard compressed air that is used to fill tires is about 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, with a few trace gases making up the remainder of the content. 95-99% pure nitrogen tire inflation is pure nitrogen with oxygen and moisture removed that may affect your tire’s performance.
Nitrogen has been filling tires for years in high performance vehicles, race cars, airplanes, heavy equipment, commercial trucks and buses because it holds pressure better and can lead to longer tire life. Now, you can experience the same advantages in your personal vehicle with Neal’s Garage.
Nitrogen tire inflation can save you money on gas, extend the life of your tires, and make for a safer, smoother ride no matter if you drive a luxury sedan, sports car, SUV, truck, or economy car. Our trained technicians have professional equipment to make sure you get the proper fill of high-purity nitrogen.
The Science-Backed Benefits of Nitrogen Tire Fill
Superior Pressure Retention
Nitrogen molecules are larger than oxygen molecules, which means they permeate through tire rubber much more slowly. Your tires maintain proper pressure 3-4 times longer than with regular air.
Result: Fewer pressure checks needed, consistent tire performance
Improved Fuel Economy
Properly inflated tires reduce rolling resistance. Because nitrogen maintains correct pressure longer, your fuel efficiency stays optimized. Studies show properly inflated tires can improve gas mileage by up to 3%.
Result: Save $100-200+ annually on fuel costs
Extended Tire Life
Oxygen causes oxidation and deterioration of tire rubber from the inside out. Nitrogen is an inert gas that doesn’t support oxidation, helping your tires last longer and resist dry rot and aging.
Result: Get 10-25% more life from your tire investment
Stable Pressure in Temperature Changes
Nitrogen is less affected by temperature fluctuations than regular air. Your tire pressure remains more consistent whether you’re driving in summer heat or winter cold.
Result: Better handling and safety in all weather conditions
Reduced Wheel Corrosion
Regular compressed air contains moisture that can corrode wheels and pressure sensors from the inside. Nitrogen is completely dry, preventing rust, corrosion, and damage to expensive alloy wheels and TPMS sensors.
Result: Protect your wheel investment and avoid costly repairs
Enhanced Ride Quality & Handling
Consistent tire pressure means consistent performance. Enjoy improved handling, better traction, more responsive steering, and a smoother, quieter ride mile after mile.
Result: Superior driving experience and increased safety
Nitrogen and the rest of your tire care
Nitrogen helps tires hold pressure, but it doesn’t replace checking them — temperature still changes pressure. Our article is nitrogen worth it? covers what it does and doesn’t do. Pair it with regular tire rotation and Road Force Balancing. Neal’s Garage is at 1907 West Markham Avenue, right off Ninth Street, open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Call 919-286-1167 or schedule an appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Why fill tires with nitrogen instead of air?
Nitrogen leaks through tire rubber more slowly than the oxygen in ordinary air, so tires stay properly inflated longer. It is also dry and less affected by temperature swings, which helps handling and protects wheels from corrosion.
Which cars can use nitrogen?
Any of them — luxury sedans, sports cars, SUVs, trucks and economy cars. Nitrogen has long been used in race cars, aircraft, commercial trucks and buses because it holds pressure better.
Where can I get a nitrogen tire fill in Durham, NC?
At Neal’s Garage, 1907 West Markham Avenue, Durham, NC 27705, right off Ninth Street near Duke University. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Call 919-286-1167 or schedule an appointment online.
