What to Do When a Car Tire Gets a Nail Puncture?

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AdalineMarie
07/30/25 3:06am
Handling a nail puncture in a car tire depends on the specific situation: 1. If the nail is stuck in the tire tread, simply remove it; 2. If the nail has penetrated the tire but not gone all the way through and there is no air leakage, use pliers to pull it out; 3. If the nail has penetrated the tire tread completely, continuing to drive will worsen the damage, and you should replace it with a spare tire immediately; 4. If the nail has punctured the sidewall of the tire, slow down and drive to the nearest location to purchase and replace a new tire. The functions of a tire are: 1. To directly contact the road surface and work with the car's suspension to absorb shocks during driving; 2. To ensure good ride comfort and smooth driving; 3. To provide good traction between the wheels and the road surface.
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