Guide to choosing the right spare tyre for your machine!

Not everyone grew up as a scout, but we could all benefit from being prepared. A spare tyre is essential for any driver; you never want to be stranded by a flat, whether you’re in the city or on a dusty stretch of outback road. It is critical to have a roadworthy backup tyre.

But the question is, which one?

Full-Size Spare

In the dim past, drivers had only one option: a full-size spare tyre. The market has since expanded, but depending on the type of driving you’ll be doing, a full-size spare is still the best option.

If you plan on taking long road trips through some of our country’s most remote areas, or if you live in these areas, a full-size spare is the best option. When you have a flat but still have many kilometres of the rough road ahead of you, you need a spare that is as capable as the tyres installed.

The disadvantage of full-size spares is their size; they take up more space than the space-savers that car manufacturers usually include these days, so you’ll probably end up with a bulge in the boot floor.

Space Savers

Most new car owners will discover this in a recess in their boot. These undersized tyres are the result of an industry attempting to reduce manufacturing costs, reduce weight to improve fuel efficiency and maximise boot space.

Space savers, at roughly half the width of standard road tyres, obviously provide nowhere near the same grip and are thus limited to a top speed of 80km/h. They are, however, better than nothing and perfectly adequate when you simply need to get to a service centre and have your flat tyre repaired.

One thing to keep in mind. If you have a front-wheel-drive vehicle, do not put the space-saving tyre in front. You don’t want them in charge of power and steering because of their reduced grip. So, if you get a front flat, shift a rear tyre forward and place the space saver on the rear axis.

Run Flat Tyres

This is a game changer. A punctured tyre that still allows you to drive? No getting out in the pouring rain or scorching heat? Yes, please!

BMW pioneered run flat tyres, which have reinforced sidewalls and do not rely solely on air pressure to maintain rigidity. If you get a puncture, you can still drive on them, though at a slower speed (80km/h) and not indefinitely. A punctured run flat, like a space saver, is intended to get you to a service centre. They are also very safe if you get a puncture while driving at high speeds because the stability is maintained.

To get the right spare tyre for your car, seek professional assistance.

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