Many drivers who have run-flat tires on their vehicle want to know if they can switch to a regular tire? While technically there is nothing preventing a non-run-flat tire from being mounted on the wheel, there is one thing you must consider before making the change. Most run-flat equipped vehicles…
…Unfortunately, with the 275/40R20 front and 315/35R20 rear tire sizes, there aren't any run-flat options up to the task of performing in snowy conditions. Luckily, for drivers willing to step away from a run-flat tire, Continental offers a fantastic choice. Their ExtremeContact DWS (DWS for Dry,…
…a Smoother-Riding Run-Flat Tire (03:17) Category: Tires Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Page to a Friend Bridgestone's newest 3G RFT tire design is simply called DriveGuard, a run-flat tire designed to equal or better the ride of any OEM run-flat, and even be comfortable…
…tires on wheels that originally came with run-flat tires. The short answer: yes. Run-flat tires and regular tires that are the same numeric size will have the same physical dimensions, and can fit properly on the same wheels. The only difference with run-flat wheels is they usually have an extra…
…relation to repairing run-flats. For example, BMW explicitly states in their owner's manual that repairing a tire isn't an option. However, one of the larger builders of run-flat tires, Bridgestone, does have a standardized inspection and repair process for their run-flat tires. Which is…
…that run-flat tires must be reinstalled if original to the car. Not true! Others have indicated a non-run-flat tire cannot be installed on the Original Equipment wheel if replacing a run-flat tire. Once again...not exactly true! Many of the automotive manufacturers have selected run-flat tires…
…MINI Cooper S, or a BMW X5, a very common concern among our customers is run-flat tires. A lot of vehicles that come equipped with run flats do so because they are more compact and lack the space for a spare tire. Run-flats are designed to act as a spare tire and run for 50 miles at 50 miles per…
Many vehicles come equipped with run-flat tires from the manufacturer. Our sales specialists receive many calls from drivers asking if they can replace their run-flat tires with non-run-flat options. There are a few pros and cons when it comes to changing to a non-run-flat tire. Pros: * Conventional…
…from a run-flat tire to a non run-flat tire. Year: 2006 Model: 325i Make: BMW "Can my run-flat tires be replaced with regular tires without buying new wheels, and would my local installer have the special knowledge or equipment required to do it?" Yes, you can use a non run-flat tire; they…
…Summer Run-Flat Tires (04:02) Category: Tires Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Page to a Friend To evaluate the differences between some of the latest run-flat tire designs, we took a look at a group of Ultra High Performance and Max Performance Summer run-flat tires.…
…climate (below 40 degrees) use. Let's check out some run-flat winter / snow tires available One note on the run-flat tires: If your vehicle does not come from the factory with a run-flat tire, do not purchase a run-flat winter tire. Dunlop Run-Flat Winter Tires * Winter Sport 3D RunOnFlat (ROF)…
…RFT (Run-Flat Tire), Dunlop DSST (Dunlop Self-Supporting Technology) and ROF (Run-On-Flat), Firestone RFT (Run-Flat Tire), Goodyear EMT (Extended Mobility Technology) and ROF (Run-On-Flat), Kumho XRP, Michelin ZP (Zero Pressure), Pirelli RFT (Run-Flat Technology) and Yokohama Run-Flat and ZPS…
…Pinterest Email Page to a Friend Video Center Testing Ultra High Performance All-Season Run-Flat Tires (03:37) Category: Tires Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Page to a Friend Most run-flat tires are summer tires developed for O.E. use on global vehicle makes/models. But…
If you have a 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series, odds are you're considering run-flat winter / snow tires in 225/45R17. For the upcoming winter season, there are only two options left in stock: the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-25 RFT and Pirelli Winter 210 Sottozero Serie II RFT. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-25 RFT…
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Page to a Friend Tire Tech: Tips on Mounting Run-Flat Tires You may want to take a copy of this Tire Tech article to the service center when replacing the tires on your vehicle or when having its tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)…
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