Imagine loading the car with presents on the way to grandma's house, only to get a flat tire. Then, after pulling off the highway, you discover another surprise: the spare tire you thought was in the ...

CR explains why tire sealant kits are becoming more common and shares tips on how to prepare for a flat tireSpare tires are ...

In the early days of motoring, you could buy cars with "twin sidemounts," which meant not one but two spare tires. It's been downhill ever since for the driver's peace of mind, and now the traditional ...

I have a donut spare tire for my '99 Jeep TJ Wrangler, as sometimes you want just the bare-bones Jeep and shed all the weight. I know people sneer at donut spares, but they are tough little buggers ...

Q: I recently purchased a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. This model did not come with a spare tire. A co-worker of mine purchased a 2014 Chevy Camaro. It too has no spare tire. They do provide this huge foam ...

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 a ...

CARS.COM — You never know when you’ll need to use your spare tire, but because it’s out of sight on most vehicles, it’s usually out of mind, too. Even if the spare is mounted on the back of an SUV in ...

If you subscribe to ConsumerReports.org, you can ask advice on tires under Tire Talk where our tire experts can help you make a good choice on your next set of tires. While questions on this forum ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- When's the last time you checked the well of your trunk? It's widely assumed there's a spare tire there. But that's not always the case these days, and it's catching some ...

Subaru has built their brand name on the quality of their vehicles. However, fewer and fewer of their models are coming with full spare tires included.