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- Are reinforced tyres the same as run flats tyres?
- Avon Run Flat tyres
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- Can I change away from Run Flat tyres?
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- Can you mix run flat tyres with normal tyres?
- Can you mix run flat tyres with normal tyres?
- Can you repair run flat tyres?
- Continental Run Flat tyres
- Falken Run Flat tyres
- How do I know if my tyres are Run Flat tyres?
- How far can you travel on a run flat tyre?
- How To Change A Run Flat Tyre
- Kumho Run Flat tyres
- Looking for a Run Flat tyre?
- Michelin Run Flat tyres
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- What are run flat tyres and how do they work?
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- How to become a tyre fitter?
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- How to claim pothole damage to tyres
- Identifying each of your vehicle’s tyres
- Part Worn Tyres
- Tyre Safety Tips
- What are pneumatic tyres?
- What causes issues with my tyres?
- What is a space saver tyre?
- What is tyre sealant?
- What should you do if your tyre bursts while driving?
- When to change tyres?
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- How long do tyres last?
- How much are my tyres based on inch?
- How much is a new tyre?
- How much to fit tyres?
- We know that buying the right tyres is important and many shoppers like to research and compare different makes and models.
- What are energy saving tyres and are they worth it?
- What are energy saving tyres and are they worth it?
- What are extra load tyres?
- What are homologated tyres?
- What are low profile tyres?
- What do XL and Reinforced mean?
- What is aspect ratio of tyre?
- What is the advantage of energy saving tyres?
- What is the difference between budget, mid-range, and premium tyres?
- What tyres will offer good mileage
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Tyre Fitting
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What are run flat tyres and how do they work?
What are run flat tyres?
Run flat tyres are a type of tyre that allow a vehicle to continue driving safely even if the tyre has been punctured or suffered a sudden loss of air pressure.
Once a tyre has lost pressure, a run flat will be able to allow the motorist to continue driving for around 50 miles. Giving them enough time to get home or find somewhere safe to stop. In this instance, it is recommended that the vehicle does not exceed 50mph.
How do run flat tyres work?
There are different types of run flat tyre technology, but most run flat tyres work by using a special construction to keep the tyre’s shape in the event of pressure loss. This normally is a reinforced sidewall. These are designed to support the weight of the vehicle and allow the tyre to keep it’s shape.
The other type of run flat tyre technology is one that makes use of a special sealing compound that can temporarily seal punctures in the tread. Again, allowing the driver to continue driving if the tyre is punctured.
Are run flat tyres worth it?
It depends on the individual driving needs and preferences. Run flat tyres can provide peace of mind and convenience - as the need to stop and change a tyre in the event of a puncture is removed.
However, they can be more expensive, and some drivers find them to be less comfortable and noisier.