When one of your tires gives up on you in the middle of a drive, your spare will come in handy. It will give you enough time until you can replace it with a new tire. If you can’t find a replacement immediately, you might be asking yourself, “How long can I drive on a spare?” Most smaller space-saver tires need to be replaced within 70 miles at most. Learn more about how long you can drive on a spare tire with Spitzer Ford Cuyahoga Falls’s service team in this guide.
If you have a space-saver or “donut” spare, you’ll see that it’s smaller than a normal tire. They’re included on many new vehicles and come with certain restrictions, such as:
If you’re using a space-saver spare in Akron, you’ll want to get to the nearest service ortire center quickly to repair your old tire or purchase a new one.
What if you’re using a full-size spare instead? While they’re less common, they’re often included with new trucks and SUVs. Full-size spares can be used longer than a space-saver spare, but you’ll still want to get the tire replaced as soon as possible. Plus, it’s unlikely that it’s the same brand as your other tires, so you’ll experience poor traction and handling on the roads of Kent. And since it’s new, it won’t have the same amount of wear as your other tires.
Run-flat tires can maintain pressure even after a puncture. That means you can keep driving with it as it remains inflated for about 50 miles following a puncture. They are tougher than a space-saver tire or full-size spare, but they are often more expensive than a standard tire.
If you have run-flat tires and your tire pressure monitor shows that it’s running low, stop the car, park in a safe spot, and inspect your tires. A visible puncture on a run-flat tire means you’ll want to head to your local service center to repair or replace it.
We’ve given you the rundown of how long a spare tire will last. What’s next? If you’re interested in learning more about tire care or other vehicle maintenance, we’d love to help Cuyahoga Falls drivers like yourself out! Just get in touch with us and we’d be happy to provide you with the information you need!
