Removing spare tires was the
Removing spare tires was the worst decision auto-makers have ever made. Their recommended procedure for a flat tire is to pull over and call a tow truck. That is crazy ridiculous.
In my BMW I ended up buying a spare tire kit and leaving it in the truck. Run flats cost twice as much and most tire shops won't even patch simple leaks. I sold the BMW and vowed to never buy a car that doesn't have a spare tire.
Its not something most people consider when buying a car since until recently it was givin that every car had a spare.