What does a spare tire mean?

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07/28/25 11:40pm
A spare tire refers to an additional tire carried by a vehicle, which is of the same specifications as the original tires. However, some vehicles use spare tires with special-colored rims, compact spare tires, folding spare tires, or run-flat tires to remind the owner to inspect and replace faulty tires promptly. A full-size spare tire is identical in size and specifications to the other four tires on the vehicle and can replace any temporarily or permanently unusable tire. A compact spare tire, on the other hand, has a slightly smaller diameter and width compared to the other four tires and is intended only for temporary use. It must be used on non-driving wheels and should not exceed a speed of 80 kilometers per hour. Run-flat tires, also known as safety tires, differ from regular tires in that they do not lose air or lose air very slowly when punctured. They maintain their shape, and the tire bead remains securely fixed to the rim, allowing the vehicle to continue driving for an extended period or temporarily until reaching a repair station.
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