Is it necessary to carry a spare tire in the car?

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VonCole
07/29/25 9:53pm
A spare tire is necessary to keep in the car. If there is no spare tire in the vehicle and a flat tire occurs on the highway or in a remote area far from the city, the car cannot continue to be driven, and one can only call for assistance. Having a spare tire in the car prevents the situation where the vehicle cannot continue to operate due to a flat tire. Precautions for using a spare tire: Spare tires should not be used for long periods: Generally, the spare tire of a vehicle travels with the car for a long time without the tread wearing out, so the level of friction is definitely different from that of a regular tire. Long-term use can easily lead to potential hazards such as vehicle deviation and uneven friction with surrounding tires. The color of the spare tire is usually bright to remind the owner not to use it for an extended period. Spare tires should not be used on the front wheels: Spare tires are generally meant to replace the rear wheels. If a front wheel fails, it is best to move a rear wheel to the front and then replace the rear wheel with the spare tire. This is because the front wheels bear more weight when encountering obstacles, experience greater friction, and have a higher probability of a flat tire. Therefore, placing the spare tire on the rear wheel can increase safety to some extent.
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