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Lately, there has been an increase in the number of flat tire service calls according to AAA due to no spare tire. It seems that in the demand for better fuel efficiency auto manufacturers are trimming the weight of the vehicle by any means necessary including removing the spare tire and the tools to change a tire that used to be a standard in the automotive industry leaving some people stranded on the side of the road.

 

Recommendations

At Pro Wheels and Tires we recommend that every vehicle out on the road today has a spare tire ready to go in case of emergencies. We also recommend that anyone who is driving a vehicle knows how to change their tires in a safe and efficient way.

 

Types of spare tires

There are several types of spare tires including those that can be used as permanent tires and that should be rotated along with your regular tires during your regular tire rotations and those that are considered temporary tires such as those that are smaller than the standard tires on your vehicle or those with a lighter tread. make sure you know what type you have and what the life expectancy is of your spare.

 

Final Thoughts

In the end it's up to you to make sure that the next car you buy has a spare tire and that you know what type it is and how to change it if you get a flat. So be aware, ask the right questions and make sure your prepared for a flat tire emergency if it happens. Don't be left asking someone " Do you have a tire to spare?"