What to Do If Tires Keep Getting Punctured?
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This situation may occur if the nail hasn't penetrated the tire completely, or if the nail is plugging the hole, temporarily preventing air leakage. In such cases, you should quickly replace it with the spare tire and take the punctured tire to a repair shop for inspection. At the repair shop, don't let the mechanic patch the tire immediately; first, check whether the nail hole is leaking air. If you notice the vehicle pulling to one side or uneven height on both sides while driving, it's likely that the tire has been punctured. You should immediately slow down and pull over to inspect. You should promptly replace it with the spare tire and then go to a repair shop to get the tire patched as soon as possible. In this case, the nail must have penetrated the tire, so a simple patch will suffice.
I keep getting flat tires while driving in the city, especially when passing through the bumpy roads in the old town area where broken glass and small nails are hard to avoid. I figured it might be a route issue, so I started using navigation to avoid rough road areas, driving slower and paying more attention to road debris. I also switched to tires with thicker sidewalls, which are more resistant to punctures, and make sure to check the tire pressure monthly to keep them properly inflated, keeping a portable air pump handy for emergencies. Now, although I still occasionally get a flat, it happens less frequently, and my repair costs have been cut in half. Most importantly, I haven’t been stranded on the road. I recommend everyone develop the habit of checking their tires before driving—spotting issues early means handling them sooner.
