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An increasing number of new cars are sold without a full-size spare tire. A surprising number don’t even come with “run-flats” or a temporary “donut” spare tire. It’s not that the manufacturers are ...

Many new cars no longer include a spare tire — automakers are cutting them to save weight and boost fuel economy, leaving ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you find yourself on the side of the road with a flat tire, your first move is probably to pull out the spare and change it out—or call someone to ...

Q. I was stunned to discover that my new car doesn’t have a spare tire. Was I ripped off? A. Not really. As automakers strive to cut production costs and reduce vehicle weight to aid fuel economy, ...