Can You Still Drive with a Punctured Car Tire?

[JaxsonLee]

You cannot drive with a punctured car tire. If you find that your tire is leaking due to a puncture, you should immediately pull over to the side of the road and stop driving. Continuing to drive could result in the tire being completely ruined. If the sidewall of the tire is punctured by a nail, you also cannot drive. Even if the sidewall is repaired, it remains unsafe because the sidewall is the thinnest and most vulnerable part of the tire. Damage to the sidewall carries a potential risk of a blowout, especially if you plan to drive on the highway—you must replace the tire immediately and not continue driving. If the puncture is on the tread, which is thicker, the issue may not be as severe. A small nail might not even penetrate the tire fully, but you should still have it inspected at a repair shop to be sure. If your tire has been punctured by a nail, it is recommended not to remove the nail immediately. Instead, drive to the nearest repair shop before removing it.