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runflat

(ˈrʌnˌflæt)
adj
(Automotive Engineering) (of a motor vehicle) having a safety feature that prevents tyres becoming dangerous or liable to damage when flat
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Standard runflat tyres with reinforced sidewalls allow the driver to continue the journey even after a complete loss of tyre pressure.
It sits on very elaborate 21-inch multi-spoke light-alloy wheels that use runflat tires.
Carefree tires such as runflat and self-sealing models are examples, along with quieter tires featuring a foam layer to reduce road noise.
BMW's exemplary safety provides optimal support in any situation with six air bags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with brake assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Side-impact Protection, ISOFIX child seat mounting, Runflat tyres with reinforced sidewalls, emergency spare wheel, electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor.
Moreover, while optional equipment can significantly push up the 320i's base price of 35,800 euros before VAT and registration, in addition to the standard equipment which include hands-free telephony, start/stop, keyless engine start, a full suite of air bags, runflat tires, a tire pressure monitoring system, and LED headlights among others, BMW is currently offering a package of exclusive options such as 17-inch V-Spoke rims, satinated aluminum exterior trim, power front seats with memory, M Sport steering wheel, carpeted floor mats, anti-dazzle mirrors, parking sensors and cruise control with braking function as well as black high gloss and pearl chrome interior trim for around 3,100 euros, half the price of what it would usually cost.
It works well but would probably be even better if our car didn't have runflat tyres fitted.
And Ismail Bayyati joked: "This is why you need runflat tyres."
Even on its standard runflat tyres the ride is fine on our awful roads and can be stiffened (and throttle response made keener) by switching the powertrain into Sport mode when you feel like having fun.
Even on its standard runflat tyres the ride is fine on our roads and can be stiffened by switching the powertrain into Sport mode when you feel like having fun.
It will supply both the standard version of Hankook's Ventrus S1 evo2 and a version adapted with Hankook's Runflat System, which the firm said is being used for the first time in the premium original equipment segment.