I have a full size tire under tha van on the outside. I have AAA! I have had flats where the tow truck operator couldn't get the tire to fall down so he could get to it, and another one couldn't get the lug nuts off, a bolt was stripped (he didn't charge me for the call). So I have been towed and had to air up ( I was in my driveway with an air compressor) and drive to my tire dealer to get the tire changed the next day. I suppose I COULD do it myself, but only if I absloutely HAVE to!
BTW My dad would not let me get behind the wheel to start learning to drive until I rotated the tires on the family station wagon! I wonder how many tires I have actually changed in my travels. I used to have flats regularly on highways, and could change tires pretty competently, but wouldn't want to do it now. And yes, I do have the 4 arm tire wrench! And I also know where the jack is hidden! :lol: