Can run-flat tires still be used after driving without air?
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Run-flat tires can still be used after driving without air, but only for a short distance. Run-flat tires rely on their rigid sidewalls to support the vehicle and allow it to continue driving for a limited distance when the tire pressure is too low, enabling the driver to reach the nearest repair shop for tire repair. It's important to note that the function of run-flat tires is not to allow continued driving with a problem, but primarily to prevent the vehicle from losing control in the event of sudden tire pressure loss. The technical name for run-flat tires is 'tire pressure monitoring system tires'. The inflated tire sidewall is the main part that supports the vehicle's weight. Run-flat tires consist of an outer tire, a standard inner tube, a spare inner tube, a steel rim, a gas generator, a pressure sensor, and a control unit.