Would it not be better to get a fifth full-size wheel and tire to use as a spare? Why use a Modern Spare?

Many suitable options exist for car owners looking to solve the "no spare" dilemma. A fifth full-size wheel and tire is just one.

A full-size fifth wheel and tire will work just fine as a spare tire. If the fifth wheel and tire are not exactly matched in style to those on the car, the specifications must match.

One commonly overlooked issue with using a regular, full-size wheel and tire is the amount of storage space the assembly requires. As vehicles advance in performance, wheels and tires are generally getting larger. Many Modern Spare customers have chosen the Modern Spare solution after discovering how large and cumbersome a full-size spare can be.  

From the beginning, Modern Spare had a design goal of exceeding the weight, strength, and performance requirements of modern vehicles and still be ultra-compact and lightweight