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Got a nasty puncture in Motor City – anyone know a mobile tyre service?


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So I'm currently sitting in my car in the parking lot of First Avenue Mall in Motor City staring at my rear left tyre which is completely flat and honestly I have no idea what to do next. I was just about to head home after grabbing some groceries when I heard this weird flapping noise as I was pulling out of my spot, got out to check and there's a huge screw embedded right in the tread with all the air hissing out. I've got a spare in the boot but I've never actually changed a tyre myself and the thought of trying to figure out the jack and lug nuts in this heat while my two kids are getting restless in the back seat is just not appealing at all. I called a friend who lives nearby but he's at work and can't come help. I know there are mobile services that come to you for exactly this kind of situation but I've never used one before and I'm not sure which companies operate around this area. I was thinking maybe I should just call a tow truck but that seems overkill for a simple puncture and probably way more expensive. What I really need is a quick flat tyre change at your location in Motor City type of service where someone shows up with the right equipment and can either patch it up or swap in a spare properly. Has anyone here used these mobile tyre change services before and how was the experience? I'm wondering about the cost compared to driving to a garage, how long they usually take to arrive, and whether they can repair the puncture on the spot or if they just fit the spare and tell you to go to a shop. Also do they carry replacement tyres in their vans in case the damage is too bad to repair? I drive a Nissan Patrol so it's got those big tyres and I'm worried they might not carry that size. Honestly I just want to get home safely without making a fool of myself trying to change it on my own. If anyone has recommendations for a reliable mobile tyre service that covers Motor City I'd be really grateful, I'm just sitting here waiting and hoping someone can point me in the right direction.


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