My son recently bought a new car. I went over to check it out, and I couldn’t find a spare tire. Is that normal? Are BMW 5 Series supposed to have spare tires?
Nathan Porceng · Answered on Aug 03, 2022
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Surprisingly, it is normal. Newer BMW 5 Series do not have spare tires.
Instead of spare tires, BMW equips its cars with run-flat tires. While run-flat tires can’t run indefinitely after a puncture, they’ll last long enough for you to safely drive home or to an auto repair shop. You’ll then need to replace the tire.
Over one-third of new cars now come without spare tires. Ditching spare tires saves automakers money and allows them to claim slightly lighter weights and better fuel-efficiency ratings. Unfortunately, many drivers don’t realize they’re missing a spare tire until they have a flat.
A spare tire can save you a lot of frustration on the open road. So can a solid BMW car insurance policy!
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There could be a time when your BMW X3 gets a flat. This is an occurrence that every driver wants to avoid, but it's incredibly important to know how to address the situation should you ever encounter it. Our team at Fields BMW of Daytona wants to make sure all our customers have the insight on the best steps for changing out a flat tire so they can get back on the road as soon as possible.
Changing a Flat Tire
Helpful Tip: If you are unsure of the best placement for the jack, consult your BMW owner’s manual to gather information on the proper jacking points.
It is important you always have a spare tire that is properly inflated in your vehicle, along with the right tools for the job. Once you are back on the road with your spare tire, head to our BMW service center to have a brand-new tire mounted and balanced, or have your flat tire repaired.
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Unfortunately, most car owners prefer not to go into such technical details. This situation makes the automatic selection system an extremely useful tool to prevent making the wrong choice when buying tires and rims. And there is plenty to choose from, thanks to the widest range of such products presented in the Mosavtoshina online store.
Thanks to the tire search by car brand, you can easily and quickly find the best solution for your needs: specify the make, model, year of manufacture and version of your car, and you will find out which type of Pirelli tire is best for a particular car, based on the technical characteristics and standardization criteria.