Disadvantages of Spare Tires

Disadvantages of Spare Tires And Other Flat Tire Remedies:

1. Tires age differently according to heat if you use a spare. So depending on weather conditions in different states, depending on the heat temperature forcasts, the spare tire will be affected.
2. Spare tires compromise the speed and handling of your vehicle. They are also not durable and cannot take the abuse or the driving as a regular tire would.
3. Spare tires have little or no tread, which makes them dangerous for driving.
4. Spare tires are smaller than the other three(3) tires, which as a result make the spare spin faster. Another health hazard to consider.
5. Spare tires are not suited for long distances, so other car parts may damage, including the transmission.
6. Spare tires do not perform well in traction and breaking, and neither in rain or snow.
7. Car manufactures rate spare tires at a maximum driving distance of not more than 50 miles.
8. Spare tires are smaller and therefore cause damage on wheel bearings, brakes, and transmission gears. All that could lead to a blowout.
9. If the spare is to be mounted on the front wheel of a vehicle driving a very short distance is what is allowed. Therefore it becomes an additional risk factor.
10. Car manufacturers save big $$$ buy not installing spare tires. It's all about their savings and no consideration for your safey and well being.

SPECIAL NOTE: AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURERS NO LONGER INCLUDE SPARE TIRES WHEN YOU PURCHASE A NEW VEHICLE. THE ABOVE RELATES TO VEHICLES WHO STILL HAVE SPARES.

Other Flat Tire Remedies And Disadvantages::

Run Flat Tires:

Driving on a run flat tire will have its consequences. Simply stated, the tire will be destroyed. If you get a flat that is very far from a tire repair shop, you are in trouble.

Self Sealing Tires:

The problem with a self sealing tire is that it won't function if the hole in your tire is more than a quarter of an inch in size diameter. They do not work either for sidewall holes, so if an object goes through the tread, you will not be able to drive anywhere.

Tire Sealant Kits:

These sealant kits are suited only for small holes in the tread, and do not function for cuts in the sidewall. Sealants also leave grime inside the tire that is going to affect the tire pressure monitoring system when it alerts you as to the tire pressure. Also the monitoring system will have to be cleaned and you may incur damage to the sensors if not cleaned as a result. What about your costs? On average, statistics show anywhere from $60 to $175 per tire for the replacement. A huge expense to avoid.

Your Solution:

Should you do a lot of road travel, and drive very long distances where service stations are far from each other, you will need FLAT TIRE BUDDY, to be there for you. Should you get a flat tire, where repair shops or service stations are closed , you could be stuck for hours, and you will need a hotel for a night, or more hotel stays, if you're stuck in a weekend, or on a long holiday weekend, and being stuck is no picnic. Being at the mercy of the tow truck for coming to you, or for his outrageous costs, even if you find one, or even a hotel that has a vacany, is no pleasure. What about leaving your vehicle on the highway? What about your vehicles' safety? If you travel with children, especially if you take occasional road trips, is also risky. Stressed out in bad areas, unsafe for tots, and in bad weather conditions (cold or hot) will simply ad more potential danger. What about medical conditions? With all the above which could be avoided, then FLAT TIRE BUDDY IS THE SOLUTION! It's not only a lifesaver, but it's your most cost effective insurance that you won't get stuck with a flat tire and have to incur all potential problems. It's also only a one time cost. Simply said, don't ever leave home without it. Why look for potential risks of getting a flat tire, when you don' have to.