Can You Drive to the Repair Shop with a Flat Tire?

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VonTaylor
07/29/25 5:02pm
If the tire is leaking slowly, you can drive at a low speed to the nearest repair shop for inspection. Here's how to check for a tire leak: Damage to the tire sidewall and inner edge: The extent of damage to the tire sidewall can be directly observed. In severe cases, cracks and bulges may appear. If you notice such damage, replace the tire as soon as possible to avoid a blowout. Generally, patching is not recommended; it's safer to replace the tire directly, as a blowout would be more costly. Wheel rim flange deformation: Severe deformation of the wheel rim flange is usually easy to identify with the naked eye. If it's not visible, remove the wheel and spray water at the connection between the rim and the tire. Bubbles will indicate where the rim is deformed, causing a hidden leak.
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