What to Do When a Tire Goes Flat on the Highway?
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The solutions for a flat tire on the highway are as follows: 1. First, pull over to the side: Identify the cause of the flat tire, checking for possible leaks such as punctures, cuts, aging or cracked rubber on the valve stem, etc. 2. If you continue driving with insufficient tire pressure: It can damage the tire, cause the wheel rim to deform, and make driving unsafe, as it becomes difficult to control the direction. 3. If only one tire is flat: You can choose to replace it with the spare tire and then have it repaired at a service shop. 4. If you have tire sealant in the car: You can use the tire sealant, which is stored in a compressed canister. When used, it is injected into the tire through the valve stem, simultaneously sealing the leak and inflating the tire. If there is no spare tire, the best option is to call for roadside assistance to tow the vehicle or request a mobile tire repair service.