Plugs for Run Flat Tires? Some Houston Hiking? the '27 Kia Telluride first look!

Run-flat tires sound like a simple promise: keep driving after a puncture and skip the spare. The reality is more nuanced, and we dig into the details that actually matter when you’re stuck on the side of the road asking the big question: can a run-flat tire be plugged? We talk through why run-flats cost more, how the reinforced sidewall carries the load after pressure drops, and why the puncture location (tread vs sidewall) changes everything. We also get into the practical stuff most drivers never hear, like how long the tire was driven deflated, what a certified technician needs to inspect, and how different tire manufacturers handle plug or patch rules and warranty language.Then we switch gears with a set of outdoorsy driving destinations around Houston for anyone who needs a quick nature reset without leaving town. We highlight spots where you can step off the main path and find dirt spurs, tree tunnels, boardwalk shade, birds and turtles, tall grasses in the wind, and even a long greenway that gives you real distance on foot.We close with a car review of the redesigned 2027 Kia Telluride, including trim levels, the X-Pro SX Prestige experience, interior tech and comfort upgrades, and the honest pros and cons of the turbo four-cylinder and transmission tuning. If you’re shopping for a three-row SUV, we also talk pricing and competitors so you can cross-shop smarter. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend who loves cars or trails, and leave a review with your take: would you plug a run-flat or replace it?Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.----  ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?     In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy!  Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.-----   -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at [email protected]