{"id":14432,"date":"2023-04-25T10:19:48","date_gmt":"2023-04-25T10:19:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gotire.com\/?p=14432"},"modified":"2024-05-03T09:22:18","modified_gmt":"2024-05-03T09:22:18","slug":"how-long-can-you-drive-on-a-spare-tire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gotire.com\/blog\/how-long-can-you-drive-on-a-spare-tire\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Can You Drive on a Spare Tire?\u2014GoTire Expert Explains"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We’ve all been there\u2014you’re cruising along and suddenly get a flat tire. It’s a real pain, but that’s why you’ve got a spare in your trunk. But before you drive happily off into the sunset, do you know how long you can drive on a spare tire safely? As the tire experts here at GoTire, we’re here to help you understand the limitations of different types of spare tires and explain how long you can safely use them.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Use the spare tire to get you to the nearest shop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

How long can a spare tire last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So you’ve changed your flat out for your spare, but before you relax and continue driving, you should plan when you’re going to get your tire replaced. Basically, we advise you to get to a tire repair shop as soon as possible. For smaller-sized spares or donuts, which many of us have, you shouldn’t be driving further than 50 miles before you switch it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now let’s delve into that a bit deeper to understand how far can you drive on spare tires of all types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of spare tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that there are three possibilities for the type of spare tire? They are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Temporary\/Compact\/Donut spare tires<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Normal-size spare tires<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Full-size spare wheel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Each type has its own characteristics and limitations, which we’ll examine in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Keeping a spare in your trunk is a must<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

    Temporary\/Compact\/Donut spare tire<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You should be easily able to tell if you have a temporary, compact, or donut spare tire as it’s smaller, narrower, and lighter than your regular tires\u2014in fact, it almost looks like a motorcycle tire. It’s designed for short-term use to help you reach a nearby tire repair shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A donut or temporary spare tire has a limited lifespan\u2014they’re typically rated for around 50-70 miles and shouldn’t be driven at speeds above 50 mph. This is because they’re not as durable as regular tires and can wear out quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you have a car with AWD, be especially careful using a temporary spare tire, as using one for too long may damage your transmission. Watch out for your AWD failure light, and if it starts to flash, get your tire replaced immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You should also be cautious when driving with donut tires, as they can affect your car’s handling and braking. Avoid taking sharp turns or braking too hard, and get your flat repaired or replaced as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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