We have test driven cars with run-flat tires over the many years and have had issues with them. Soon, Mercedes-Benz looked at run-flat tires, starting only with their high end models, while BMW installed them across the range. Sidewalls were weak, it delivered a harsh ride on our roads, tire roar at high speeds were an issue and prices were high with early run-flat tires.Īs the years progressed, more tire manufacturers introduced run-flat tires in their range and the prices went down, tire roar was reduced and sidewalls were better. However, early run-flat tires were not as reliable as BMW wanted them to be and the rest of the German automotive brands just watched and waited. Without a spare tire and tool kit, BMW provided a lighter car and better boot space.
Then in 2003 BMW installed run-flat tires on their all new 5 Series and this signaled the death of the spare tire and tool kit.
This BMW sports car was fitted with the Bridgestone RE050 RFT (Run-Flat Tire). Run-flat tires arrived in the automotive market in a big way when they got fitted on the brand new BMW Z4 in 2002. By Daniel Sherman Fernandez 0 Are Run Flat Tires Worth Their Price
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