Do I Need to Replace the Tire if It's Punctured by a Nail?

[DeManuel]

If a tire is punctured by a nail, you can temporarily replace it with the spare tire and drive to a professional tire repair shop to have the punctured tire patched before switching it back for continued use. However, it's important to note that you should avoid driving at high speeds on highways afterward and refrain from prolonged driving. Make sure to take breaks during the journey. Here are the key functions of car tires: 1. Support the entire weight of the vehicle, bear the load of the car, and transmit forces and moments in other directions. 2. Transmit traction and braking torque to ensure good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface, improving the car's power performance, braking performance, and passability. They also work with the car's suspension to cushion impacts during driving and dampen resulting vibrations. 3. Protect automotive components from severe vibrations and premature damage, adapt to the vehicle's high-speed performance, reduce driving noise, and ensure safety, handling stability, comfort, and fuel economy.