Can You Still Drive with a Punctured Tire?
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Whether you can still drive with a punctured tire depends on the location of the puncture. If the puncture is on the tread, the tire can still be driven after being repaired. However, if the puncture is on the sidewall, it is not safe to drive even after repair. The sidewall is the thinner and more fragile part of the tire, and damage to it poses a potential risk of a blowout, so it is recommended to replace the tire directly. If the tire is punctured but not leaking air, the owner should not remove the foreign object directly, as doing so may cause air leakage, making the car undrivable. Instead, drive slowly to a repair location. If the tire is severely leaking air, do not force the drive, as this not only harms the tire but also poses a driving hazard.
From the perspective of a seasoned driver with years of experience, never drive casually after a tire puncture. A tire with a small hole and slow air leakage can barely be driven at low speed for a short distance, but the speed must not exceed 40 kilometers per hour, and the distance should not exceed a few kilometers. If driving on the highway, once there is a bump or the tire pressure drops too quickly, the entire tire may burst, which is extremely dangerous. At best, it could scratch the car body, and at worst, it could cause a rollover with casualties. I have a friend who tried to tough it out, and in the end, even the wheel rim was damaged, making repairs even more expensive. The safest approach is to find a safe place to park, first check the air leakage situation. If the hole is large and leaking quickly, call a tow truck directly; if the leak is slow, use an air pump to temporarily inflate it for repairs. Remember, safety comes first, don't skimp on this bit of money.
