Can a Punctured BMW Run-Flat Tire Be Repaired?

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LincolnAnn
07/25/25 3:54pm
BMW run-flat tires can be repaired if punctured. Here are specific details about run-flat tires: Differences from conventional tires: Run-flat tires differ from conventional tires in terms of their run-flat capability, reinforced sidewalls, additional valve strip, and high-heat-resistant synthetic rubber material. Advantages: In case of air loss, run-flat tires allow the vehicle to continue driving up to 250 kilometers at a speed of 80 km/h. The reason run-flat tires don't collapse after air loss is primarily due to their thickened rubber sidewalls. Even without air pressure, the sidewalls can support the vehicle's weight without significant deformation, so a punctured tire doesn't severely affect the vehicle's operation.
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