The stuff we tell people on the phone
Repair or replace, plugs vs. patches, how long a spare really lasts — written the same way we answer the phone: straight, with real numbers, and no upsell.
How Long Can You Really Drive on a Spare (or a Flat)?
The donut says "temporary use only" and everybody treats it as a suggestion. Here's the honest version: about 50 to 70 miles at 50 mph on a donut, roughly 50 miles on a run-flat, and zero on a flat — plus what each of those actually costs you when you push it.
October 9, 2026 · 7 min read →
Can a Tire Be Patched? Plug vs. Patch, and When a Sidewall Means No
Nail in your tire? Before you buy a new one, read this. Most tread punctures are a $75 repair — but a plug from a gas station kit and a proper internal patch are not the same fix, and some tires can't be safely repaired at all.
August 31, 2026 · 6 min read →Got a tire problem right now?
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