You get a flat, and under the carpet in the trunk is one of those “donut” (or “temporary”) spare tires – skinnier than the tires on your car, with a prominent warning about maximum speed on the side.

The automotive industry is constantly evolving, and one of the key changes we are witnessing is the gradual phasing out of spare tires in many new vehicles. This shift has significant implications for ...

CARS.COM — You never know when you’ll need to use your spare tire, but because it’s out of sight on most vehicles, it’s usually out of mind, too. Even if the spare is mounted on the back of an SUV in ...

For decades, a spare tire was as much a part of a new car as the steering wheel. It sat quietly under the trunk floor or ...

NOT BE READY OR SAFE TO USE WHEN NEEDED. DRIVING TO A SPA APPOINTMENT LUIS PLASENCIA FELT THAT FAMILIAR THUD. SURE ENOUGH, I HAD A FLAT TIRE. WHAT NOW? CONSUMER REPORTS SAYS SAFETY FIRST. IN THE EVENT ...

CR explains why tire sealant kits are becoming more common and shares tips on how to prepare for a flat tire Spare tires are becoming scarce in new cars as automakers seek to reduce weight and costs.

Changing a flat tire is something most of us have done at least once, and it usually involves nothing more than putting the spare wheel on and driving off. Unfortunately, modern cars come with a donut ...

Many new cars no longer include a spare tire — automakers are cutting them to save weight and boost fuel economy, leaving many drivers without a true backup. Fix-a-flat kits have serious limits — they ...

Gilbert Smith is an automotive journalist with over five years of specialized research and writing experience. Before joining CarBuzz in 2024, he produced in-depth buyer’s guides and feature articles ...

It's always been recommended that 4x4s used off-road should carry a fullsize spare tire. Some off-road events require a fullsize spare tire for every participant. But, you are right, spare tires can ...

Strange places for spare tires include the passenger-side fender on Bristol cars and behind the front bumper on the Tatra 603.