The tires of the cars are made to be used with the right amount of air. As a general rule, you should stop the gear when a tire runs out of air, but there's an exception.
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12/08/2026
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Otyres are the only point of contact of the car with the floor, so they must always be in good condition. If one runs out of air, it is possible to continue driving for a short distance to the workshopOr should we stop now? The answer depends on the type of tyre the vehicle has.
The general council is very clear: regardless of the distance to go, should avoid driving with an airless tyre, since it is not only insecure, but also runs the risk of causing expensive damage to the rim.
But there's an exception. It's the run-flat tires according to Michelin, “they are designed to help drivers maintain control and continue driving for a limited distance“ – reducing the scenario of having to stop right on the side waiting for assistance or to change the tire. Also the speed at which you can walk is limited (up to about 80 km/h) and no following if more than one tyre is damaged.
Although a run-flat tyre may also be damaged (including holes), its construction admits the possibility of continuing to drive in case of air hole or loss. There are two types of tyres, according to The British Automobile Association: self-sustaining, with reinforced side walls; and those with rigid rubber or plastic ring to support the weight of the vehicle, fixed on the inside.
These tires are more expensive and require more careful maintenance, and some choose to fill them with nitrogen – which, according to Michelin, has benefits such as reducing pressure loss over time.