RoadsideMay 19, 2026

Tip #13: Why Driving on a Flat Costs You 10x More

A flat tire driven for even a few hundred feet at low speed will come apart and damage the wheel itself. A $200 tire turns into a $200 tire plus a $400 wheel pl…

Tip #13: Why Driving on a Flat Costs You 10x More — NYC Roadside Emergency Assistance
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A flat tire driven for even a few hundred feet at low speed will come apart and damage the wheel itself. A $200 tire turns into a $200 tire plus a $400 wheel plus possible suspension damage from running the rim on pavement.

If you must move the car a few feet to safety, drive slow and straight, no more than the length of one parking spot. Then stop and either change the tire or call for service.

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