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Is it okay to drive with a flat tire?

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LaLeo

08/29/25 4:25am

It is best not to drive with a flat tire. Below is relevant information on daily tire maintenance: 1. Regularly check whether the tire has reached the wear indicator (tread groove depth) warning line. Normally used tires should be replaced immediately when worn to this mark. 2. Regularly check the tire for any damage. If damage is found, the tire should be repaired or replaced promptly. 3. If the two front tires have been repaired, they should be promptly moved to the rear wheels to ensure the front wheels are free of any hidden risks. Remove stones from the tread grooves in time to prevent deformation of the tire crown. 4. Check tire pressure and wheel alignment periodically.

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SiennaRose

09/11/25 2:16am

Never drive with a flat tire – I learned this the hard way. Once, in a hurry, I noticed my left front tire was soft but thought I could manage for a few minutes. Within just a few hundred meters, the tire went completely flat, the steering wheel started shaking, and I nearly scraped against a roadside barrier. A deflating tire severely deforms, drastically reducing grip and making the vehicle unstable, especially during turns or on wet roads, increasing the risk of skidding or a blowout. This can also damage the wheel rims, leading to costly and troublesome repairs. Even more dangerously, rapid air loss causes a sudden pressure drop, overheating and excessive bending of the tire sidewall, significantly raising the chance of a sudden blowout – a major hazard at high speeds. Safety first: don’t take chances. Pull over immediately, turn on your hazard lights, and either change to the spare tire or call for roadside assistance. As a preventive measure, regularly check your tire pressure using the recommended values on the door jamb sticker and invest in a portable pressure gauge for monthly checks to avoid such situations.

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