Every driver's nightmare: a flat tire. This unwelcome surprise can be especially troublesome on highways or remote roads, ...

If you have a flat tire, whether during the day or at night, on a busy or lone road, it is essential that other drivers know you're there to keep both you and them safe. To alert other road users ...

According to Consumer Reports, about 40% of cars sold today aren't equipped with any type of spare tire—even a temporary one—likely due to manufacturers' desire to increase fuel economy and ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — A flat tire is always a bummer, but having a spare tire can help get you back on the road quickly if you have a spare tire. Consumer Reports says safety comes first if you get ...

Spare tire or not, Consumer Reports advises drivers to be ready for a flat, in case it happens to them. "You definitely should know what you have in your vehicle," Crossen said.

If you find yourself on the side of the road with a flat tire, your first move is probably to pull out the spare and change it out—or call someone to help you with the switch. Your car's spare ...