My car does not have a spare wheel
Did you know that a staggering 97% of new cars sold in the UK now leave the showroom without a spare wheel? According to recent data from the RAC, the traditional spare is fast becoming a relic of the past.
For many drivers, this realisation only hits home at the worst possible moment—usually while stranded on a hard shoulder or a dark country lane.
The Local Pothole Problem In our area, this missing spare wheel is a growing risk. Our roads are currently plagued by deep, sharp-edged potholes that do far more than just cause a bump. A heavy impact with a pothole often results in a sidewall tear or a buckled rim—the kind of structural damage that a tin of foam simply cannot fix.
When the foam fails, you aren’t just looking at a ruined tyre; you’re looking at an expensive, hours-long wait for a recovery vehicle.
Don’t leave it to chance. Manufacturers might be ditching the spare to save weight, but with the state of our local roads, having a physical wheel to swap out is the only way to ensure you actually get to your destination.
The Solution: Peace of Mind in a Bag at Treadfirst, we believe you shouldn’t have to rely on a can of foam that ruins your tyre. We supply comprehensive Spare Wheel Kits that include everything you need: a space-saver wheel, a fitted tyre, a jack, and a brace—all neatly tucked into a high-quality storage bag.
As our customer John Baker told us:
“It’s designed to enable you to change a wheel on a country road, at night, in the rain, dressed in your best clothes—and to do so safely. A well-designed piece of kit.”
Don’t wait for a breakdown to find out what’s under your boot floor. Get a quote for your Spare Wheel Kit here
