Will the wheel hub be damaged if driving 20 kilometers with a flat tire?
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Driving 20 kilometers with a flat tire can damage the wheel hub. The reasons are as follows: The wheel hub may deform: When the tire is flat, the wheel hub has to bear the weight of the vehicle. If the wheel hub cannot support the weight, it may deform. Damage to the tire: Continuing to drive with a flat tire can cause severe damage to the tire, likely rendering it unusable. Information about tires is as follows: Car tires: They are one of the important components of a car, directly in contact with the road surface. Functions: Together with the car suspension, they help absorb shocks during driving, ensuring good ride comfort and smooth driving; they ensure good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface; they improve the car's traction, braking, and off-road capability; they bear the weight of the car.