Run-Flat Tires

Some of today’s vehicles don’t come with a spare and instead may be equipped with run-flat tires. Manufacturers do this to reduce weight, improve fuel efficiency, and provide more cargo space.

Run-flat technology is designed to help keep you in control even after losing all or most of the air in your tire. Like standard tire technology, run-flat tires do require air pressure to maintain peak performance. What isn’t required is a spare in your trunk or attached to the underside of your vehicle.

Some run-flat tires can be driven without air for up to 50 miles at up to 50 miles per hour — just enough to get to your local Les Schwab for a repair or replacement.

Learn how run-flat tires work and what sets them apart here.

The Les Schwab Difference

Staying in control, whether you’re on a highway or back-country dirt road, is vital. Les Schwab is here to make sure you get what you need to stay safe wherever you go. That includes wheels, batteries, brakes, alignment, shocks, struts, and expert advice.

Our stores are more than just tire shops. Les Schwab Tire Centers are local establishments and resource centers with strong community roots. Our tire technicians understand the requirements of your local climate and road conditions. They also bring a careful knowledge of every vehicle type and size.

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