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What to Do When a Tire Goes Flat? Can You Still Drive?

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DiEmilia

07/25/25 3:03pm

You should not continue driving. Here are the impacts of driving with a flat tire: 1. Tread: It will get crushed and damaged. The friction between the tire and the rim will cause rapid tire wear, leading to fatal damage to the tire's internal structure. 2. Wheel rim: It may deform or get damaged. Without air, the tire exposes the rim to direct contact with road debris, causing damage. 3. Resistance: Without the cushioning effect of the tire, the vehicle's driving resistance will significantly increase, steering load will become heavier, and the car's handling will be greatly affected.

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VonAngelo

08/11/25 9:20pm

Yesterday my car also had a flat tire issue while I was rushing to work. Suddenly, the steering wheel felt extremely heavy, and the tire pressure warning light on the dashboard came on. I immediately slowed down and pulled over—it was too dangerous to keep driving as running on a flat tire could damage the sidewall or even cause a blowout. After getting out, I saw that the right front tire was about 80% flat, likely due to a nail puncture. Fortunately, I always keep a small air pump and a spare tire in my car, so I spent about ten minutes inflating it enough to drive to a nearby repair shop. The mechanic found a small hole and fixed it with a patch. I recommend everyone carry a toolkit, including a tire pressure gauge and a jack, and check tire pressure monthly to prevent issues. If this happens on the highway, first stop in a safe area, place a warning triangle, and then handle the situation.

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