How Do You Drive On A Compact Spare Tire?
A few decades ago, a car’s spare tire would often be virtually the same as its regular tires. But nearly all new cars are manufactured with space-saver spares, small and lightweight tires that can be installed easily and take up less space in the trunk. The advantages of these spares are clear, but they come at the expense of driving ability. When you’re driving a car on one of these spares, follow the guidelines below to make sure that your trips are safe and smart. Keep the car’s speed under 50 mph at all times, even on the highway. If you’re traveling on a crowded highway, stay in the right lane and consider putting on your hazard lights so that people will notice that you’re traveling at a slower pace. Higher rates of speed will cause the tire to heat up significantly, perhaps to an unsafe level. Stay on paved roads. Do not take a car fitted with a space-saver spare on to dirt or gravel roads or in any off-road situations. The treads aren’t designed for it, and your ground clearanc
