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Message: <blockquote data-quote="RedZ4" data-source="post: 186482" data-attributes="member: 1117">Run Flat Tires- RFT aren't that bad. The idea that BMW has is that if something happens, i.e. a puncture, you'll still be able to drive to a nearby location to have the tire replaced.   The RFT may not seem too practical in this country as many tire shop don't stock these tires. But then again, if you drive a E90 with the sports package, most shop don't even stock those tires. RFT also offer space and weight saving on a vehicle. If you want to change out the RFTs for normal tires, do so, but if you're caught with a flat, you might have some issues getting a replacement. You're car will probably need to be towed back to the dealership.  And if I'm not mistaken, most of us that have newer BMW models with RFT probably have the BMW road side assistance, right? So no worries. In my case, I have been on the fence about replacing the RFT but if I get a flat, I'm screwed and have to wait. With RFT, I can probably drive somewhere to get it fixed. I can't even carry a spare tire in the trunk. So the performance of regular tires does not outweight the security the RFT.</blockquote>