Can I drive to the repair shop with a flat tire?

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MacElliot
07/24/25 12:25am
If there is no air leakage or the leakage is slow, you can drive at low speed to the nearest repair shop for inspection. However, if the leakage is severe, do not continue driving. Instead, replace it with a spare tire or call for assistance. Continuing to drive with severe air leakage can cause excessive damage to the tire and even deformation of the wheel rim. Solutions for tire air leakage are as follows: 1. Solution one: Continuing to drive with a leaking tire is very dangerous as it may lead to a blowout at any time. If there are no tire repair tools or an air pump in the car, immediately go to a nearby auto repair shop for handling. 2. Solution two: To ensure driving safety, you can also choose high-quality tire repair fluid that does not damage the tire and keep it in the car for emergency use. Additionally, consider opting for new tire repair methods, such as an integrated tire repair and inflation machine. 3. Solution three: Tire repair tools are convenient and efficient, allowing for simultaneous inflation and repair, easily solving tire problems. Anyone can handle them effortlessly. For example, the fifth-wheel tire repair kit from Fengjinba is such a combination, safe and effective, completing tire repair and inflation in just five minutes.
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BrantleyRose
08/10/25 8:01pm
Can you drive to the repair shop with a flat tire? I think absolutely not. Experience tells me the risks are too high. Driving on a flat can damage the wheel rim and road surface, leading to costly repairs; loss of control may cause accidents, especially dangerous on highways. Even with a slow leak, short-distance low-speed movement is risky. I recommend stopping immediately to check tire damage. If you have a spare, change it quickly, but remember spares have speed limits—no more than 80 km/h. Without a spare or confidence to handle it, call roadside assistance directly—don’t cut corners. Make it a habit to check tire pressure monthly and keep a toolkit in your car for emergencies. Safety always comes first.
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AshlynLee
09/24/25 2:05am
Hey buddy, don't drive with a flat tire! Last time I tried to tough it out with a small puncture thinking I could make it to the repair shop, but the tire blew out on the road and I almost rolled over. Ended up costing me thousands more in repairs. With a flat tire, the car becomes unstable and braking distance increases. If you really must drive, keep it slow and short-distance, but I don't recommend it. Changing a spare tire is super easy - just follow a tutorial and keep it under 80km/h. If you don't have a spare, don't push your luck - calling for roadside assistance is the safest bet. Remember to always check your tires before driving to avoid small stones puncturing them.
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