Will the rim be damaged if I continue driving after a tire blowout?

[LeAlyssa]

If a regular tire blows out, you should not continue driving. Continuing to drive on a blown-out tire can cause more severe tire damage, making it irreparable, and may also lead to rim deformation. Rim deformation depends not only on the distance driven but also on the speed. Generally, if you drive slowly for about 100 meters after a blowout, the rim will not be damaged. However, if you drive a long distance or at high speed, it not only poses significant safety hazards but may also require replacing both the tire and the rim, resulting in higher costs. Below is additional information: 1. Pull over promptly: The correct approach for a regular tire blowout is to pull over immediately, replace the spare tire, and then drive to a repair shop or 4S store. For vehicles equipped with run-flat tires, they offer greater safety, as run-flat tires can still be driven at speeds not exceeding 80 km/h for about 80 km after a blowout. 2. Reason: This is because the sidewalls of run-flat tires are thicker, allowing them to support the vehicle and continue driving after a blowout, unlike regular tires, which may suddenly lose pressure, causing the rim to come into direct contact with hard surfaces like the ground. However, note that although run-flat tires have minimal impact on driving after a blowout, you should still drive to the nearest repair shop or 4S store for inspection. Driving too far may still damage the rim.

[StCecilia]

I remember driving for over 20 years, and once had a tire blowout on the highway but stubbornly kept driving a short distance, which actually deformed the wheel rim! The wheel rim is that round metal wheel, and without the tire, it directly scrapes against the ground. At higher speeds, it's prone to scratches or bending. I ended up spending over a thousand yuan on repairs. A reminder to you: don't save a little time at the expense of safety—pull over immediately to change the spare tire. If there's no spare, call for roadside assistance instead of risking further driving. A damaged wheel rim is a minor issue, but if it affects the suspension or causes the car to lose control, it becomes much more serious. Also, make it a habit to regularly check if your tires are underinflated or have cracks.

[CamilaLynn]

I did such a silly thing when I was young—drove slowly to the service area with a flat tire, only to end up with the wheel rim surface completely scratched. The rim is made of aluminum alloy, which isn't wear-resistant to begin with. Without the tire as a buffer, it had to bear the road impact directly. At higher speeds, the impact force would be even greater, potentially bending or cracking the rim, and repairs wouldn’t come cheap. I suggest you pull over and change to the spare tire immediately. If you drive too far and damage the rim, it could also affect the car's balance, making it unstable. Next time you inspect your car, pay more attention to the condition of the spare tire—don’t wait until the last minute.

[AlessandraDella]

Driving on a flat tire will indeed damage the rims. As a family man, I'm more concerned about safety. Without tire support, the rim bears uneven force and friction against the road can easily cause deformation, potentially leading to loss of vehicle control and accidents. I've seen cases where damaged rims caused suspension problems. You must immediately pull over, turn on hazard lights, and change to the spare tire. Don't gamble with safety to save a little on towing fees, especially when traveling with family - the risks multiply. Rim repair costs of 1,000-2,000 yuan are trivial compared to the priceless value of human safety.