What should I do if I have a flat tire?
What should I do if I have a flat tire?
Pull over somewhere level in case you need to lift your car up on a jack. Don’t get out of your car until you’re sure that traffic is clear on the driver’s side. Don’t go far. You should never attempt to drive any further than a couple hundred yards on a flat tire, even if it isn’t completely deflated.
How did the other driver hit my tire?
The other driver hit my tire hard enough that the tire is tilting inward. The alignment is totally off and and it’s difficult to steer the car. I could smell something burning too in the short 1/2 block drive back to my house.
Can a flat tire cause you to lose control?
If your tire has lost all air pressure, it not only will damage the tire beyond the possibility of repair, but can put you in harm’s way. A flat tire doesn’t have the same traction or control as it does when it is inflated, and can cause you to lose control and get into an accident.
Where is the spare tire in a car?
Most newer vehicles comes equipped with a spare tire either on the back or in a separate compartment in the trunk. If your car or truck is among them, you’re in luck. Just switch the flat tire out with the spare and you’ll be able to make it to a garage for a full repair.
What should I do if my car tire is flat?
If you choose to drive it to the shop, stop every mile or so to check the tire’s pressure. If it has become totally flat, don’t drive any further; call a tow service to bring you the rest of the way. What happens to my tire if I drive on it flat?
When is it safe to take a flat tire to the shop?
If your tire still has some air, or if you have a way of inflating a tire with a slow leak, it may be safe to take it to the tire repair shop. If you choose to drive it to the shop, stop every mile or so to check the tire’s pressure.
If your tire has lost all air pressure, it not only will damage the tire beyond the possibility of repair, but can put you in harm’s way. A flat tire doesn’t have the same traction or control as it does when it is inflated, and can cause you to lose control and get into an accident.
When to call Tires Plus for roadside assistance?
The only thing worse than experiencing car trouble is experiencing car trouble that leaves you stranded in the middle of nowhere. Luckily with a Tires Plus roadside assistance plan, someone is always available to come to your rescue! Make a quick phone call to 1-800-Tires-Plus and someone will be on their way – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
