Why don't Mercedes-Benz cars have spare tires?

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DeKylie
07/29/25 8:37pm
Mercedes-Benz does not have a spare tire because it uses run-flat tires. Here is an introduction to Mercedes-Benz related content: Mercedes-Benz SAM: The control unit, which is the information collection and actuation system. If the SAM fails, components such as headlights, turn signals, and wipers cannot be controlled while the vehicle is in motion, posing a safety hazard. Gearshift technology: This technology is something Mercedes-Benz has always been committed to, and it can be seen in both domestic and imported vehicles. The Mercedes-Benz automatic gearshift allows shifting from D or N to R, but there are speed restrictions; it must be less than 10 kilometers per hour to switch between D, N, R, and P gears.
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