Can the BMW X5 be fitted with regular tires?
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BMW X5 can be fitted with regular tires, but it is essential to carefully check the wheel rim specifications and other details to ensure the replacement tires match the original vehicle specifications, thereby avoiding deviation in driving trajectory. The BMW X5 originally comes equipped with run-flat tires. If switching to regular tires, it is advisable to carry a spare tire as a precaution. The factory-installed tires on the BMW X5 are generally run-flat tires. The advantage of run-flat tires is that they can ensure driving for several tens of kilometers even in the event of air loss or a flat tire, though this does not mean they are puncture-proof. Only about 3% of all brand cars sold in the market are equipped with run-flat tires (primarily found in high-end vehicles). The advantage of regular tires is better comfort, but they are virtually immobile in the event of a flat tire, making them more suitable for urban roads. Over 97% of all brand cars sold in the market use regular tires. The difference between run-flat tires and traditional regular tires lies in the design of the tread: run-flat tires have thicker and more robust treads, with sidewalls that are highly resistant to deformation. In cases of air leakage or sudden pressure loss, the vehicle can still travel up to 250 kilometers at a speed of 80 kilometers per hour. The sturdy sidewalls ensure that the tires and rims do not deform, preventing any shift in the vehicle's center of gravity and thereby enhancing driving safety.