Can You Drive With a Flat Tire?
Unsafe to drive – tow recommendedToxic: You should not drive on a flat tire. Pull over, install the spare if it’s safe to do so, or call roadside assistance or a tow truck.
Driving on a flat tire destroys the tire, can damage the wheel and suspension, and makes the car very hard to control. Learn what to do instead.
Quick answer
For a flat tire, the short answer is no, it’s not considered safe to keep driving. You should still have a mechanic confirm the cause as soon as you can.
What this means for your car
This page is a general driving‑safety guide, not a diagnosis. The exact risk depends on your car, how it’s behaving, and whether other warning lights or symptoms are present. When in doubt, it’s always safer to park the car and arrange a tow rather than “seeing if it makes it home.”