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On a car, what safety advantage may a tubeless tyre offer over a tyre with an inner tube after a small puncture?

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It may lose air more slowly, helping you notice the puncture and stop.

Pressure loss may be slower and more gradual, giving more time to notice the problem and stop safely. The lining and airtight seal to the rim retain air, but a tubeless tyre is not necessarily self-sealing or run-flat. Damage type and size can cause rapid loss; it does not guarantee preventing a skid. If symptoms appear, reduce speed gently, avoid abrupt manoeuvres and stop safely for assistance.

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  • It may lose air more slowly, helping you notice the puncture and stop.

  • It always lasts ten years longer, regardless of use or condition.

  • It guarantees the vehicle can exceed its maximum speed.

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