Safe drivingQuestion 39 of 288

What should you check on the spare tire before a long trip?

  1. Its colour and brand.
  2. Its pressure and tread.
  3. Its weight only.
  4. Its price and warranty.
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Correct answer: Its pressure and tread.

A spare must be ready to use. It needs correct pressure and plenty of tread.

Source: Driver's Handbook (Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, January 2025), Planning your trip, page 29

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026