Do Toyota Corollas have a spare tire?
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be replaced with the spare tire. For details about tires: Tires Warning: If you have a flat tire Do not continue driving with a flat tire. It’s a good idea to replace your spare tire when you replace your regular tires. If it’s a full-size spare, incorporate it into your regular tire rotation schedule to keep the wear levels even.
What is the alternative to a spare tire?
If a car doesn’t come with a spare tire, it will usually be equipped with a can of tire sealant and a DC-powered air compressor. Some luxury models come with run-flat tires that can be driven on for short distances with low or no air. Minor punctures through the tread can be addressed with this gear. If you are referring to the spare emergency donut tire in the trunk, it cost more than the full size tire on the vehicle. Depending on the vehicle/spare size, approx.Temporary “donut” spare tires range in cost (due to size, performance, and brand, for example) from $50 to $200 and more. If you choose to keep and maintain a full-sized tire, then it will cost as much as whatever tire you have purchased for the other four wheels.Today, approximately 30 percent of new cars come without a spare (up from just 5 percent in 2006) and it is estimated there are more than 30 million cars on the road that lack a spare tire. The main reason manufacturers are removing spare tires is tough new government fuel economy standards.
Can a spare tire be replaced?
For your safety, we recommend replacing your spare tire every six years. Also, the most you should drive on a temporary tire is around 50 miles or less if you can. If you drive too far on a temporary spare, you can not only end up with another flat but also damage your car.Only 10 percent of cars are equipped with a full-sized spare. Just under 50 percent come with a space-saver or donut tire.