Flat tire

Getting a flat tire is never a fun experience. To help you quickly get back on the road, here are five easy steps to safely change a flat tire.

Discover why many new cars no longer include spare tires, when tire repair kits fail, whether they pose a safety risk, and what drivers should do before the next flat.

Your new car’s emergency spare tire is flat too? Learn what to do safely, when to call roadside assistance, how to deal with the dealer, and how to prevent this frustrating problem from happening again.

Finding a nail in your tire is frustrating enough. Then you head to a garage expecting a quick repair, only to hear that you need a brand-new tire that costs hundreds of dollars. At that point, most drivers have the same question: Can't they just pull the nail out and patch the hole?