Posted on 4/30/2026
There is never a convenient time for a flat tire. It usually happens when you are dressed for a nice dinner, running late for a big meeting, or stuck on a shoulder during a rainstorm. While we are always here at the shop to help you with your tire needs, we want every one of our customers to feel empowered to handle a roadside emergency if they have to. Think of this as a survival guide for the road. Changing a tire is about leverage and following a specific sequence of steps to keep yourself safe. If you can follow a recipe, you can change a tire. Safety First, Speed Second The moment you feel that rhythmic thumping or the steering wheel pulling hard to one side, do not panic. Your goal is to get away from traffic. It is better to ruin a rim by driving slowly to a parking lot than to try changing a tire on a narrow highway shoulder with cars buzzing past at 70 mph. Once you find a flat, level spot, put the car in park and engage the emergency brake. If you have a ... read more