If that spare is unused and you can buy a tire just like it, you can put one new one and the spare up front or at the back and move the blown tire's companion to spare duty.

We give you an easy alternative for a spare tire mount that can carry a larger tire and wheel than the factory mount.

Tires typically have a lifespan measured in miles, not actual time, so what should you do about spare tires, which may not get used very often?

Increasingly fewer new cars are sold with spare tires -- even the ones equipped with "run-flats" or temporary spare "donut" tires. That's good business for one flat tire repair company.

Driving on a spare tire is not a great idea, but it's better than being stranded. But how long can you do it? Here is everything you need to know.

Few electric cars include spare tires, and manufacturers cite a wide variety of reasons — space, cost, even safety. But the main factor may be drivers who won't change a tire.

Despite the car industry as a whole abandoning spare tires, Mazda is not giving up on them. Almost every new Mazda in the U.S. includes a spare tire.

A flat tire can happen at any time, so it's best to familiarize yourself with the tools and process before you find yourself under pressure.

AAA tips for flat tires • Check whether the car comes with a spare when you buy or lease a car • Inspect tires regularly, including the spare, for proper inflation.

Our expert-recommended tire covers for to protect your rubber, whether you're storing your vehicle, want to keep your RV tires fresh, or need protection for a spare.