What to Do When Your Car Tire Goes Flat on the Road?

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OClaire
07/29/25 3:24pm
If only one tire is flat, you can choose to replace it with the spare tire and then go to a repair shop for further fixes. If you have tire sealant in your car, you can use it to seal the tire. The sealant is stored in a compressed canister, which injects the liquid into the tire while also inflating it. If you don't have a spare tire, the best solution is to call for roadside assistance to tow your car or request a mobile tire repair service.
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