Flat Tire? Why the Spare Is a Bridge, Not a Destination

The compact "donut" spare in most trunks is rated for limited speed and distance — often 50 mph and 70 miles. Push past that and you risk overheating the tire and losing control. On a long stretch of Route 5 or the Thruway outside Syracuse, that 50-mph cap also makes you a slow-moving hazard in winter traffic — another reason to get to a shop promptly.

Getting the spare on correctly, torqued properly, and inflated to spec is exactly the kind of thing that goes wrong in a rush on the shoulder.

Jacking a car on a slope, on soft ground, or too close to traffic is how vehicles slip off jacks. A professional stabilizes the vehicle, uses proper lift points, and keeps you clear of danger while the work happens.

We mount your spare quickly and safely so you can get to a shop for a permanent tire repair. It is the fastest way off the shoulder and the safest way home.