No matter what you do, you can never completely avoid a flat tire. It's just one of those things that comes with driving. However, you can make sure you're well-prepared to handle it when it occurs.

There's never a convenient moment to get a flat tire, but that's just the way of the world. So, the next time you find yourself breaking out the jack, wrench, and spare tire, take a minute to consider ...

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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.

Outside of enthusiast circles, most people don't think about tires all that often. You have to have them to drive, they're expensive to replace, and then they're mostly forgotten until you get a flat.

Dear Car Talk: I bought a 2019 BMW 540Xi brand new. I love the car. But here is the problem: The car comes with run-flat tires and no place for a spare or jack. I hit a pothole on the highway in the ...