Keep moving with the Landsail Runflat range

Runflat tyres are designed with reinforced sidewalls that can support the weight of a vehicle in the case of a puncture. This in turn allows motorists to keep control of the steering and brakes, giving extra time to find a safe place to pull over.

A runflat tyre will help a car continue to drive for around 50 miles, providing motorists with enough time to find somewhere to get the puncture repaired or their tyre replaced. It’s important to remember that once a runflat tyre is punctured, drivers should head for somewhere safe to stop or a nearby garage, rather than continuing to travel for an extended period of time.

So, what are the benefits of using run flats?

1. The strengthened sidewall is designed to help keep a car under control should it experience a puncture.
2. Runflats reduce the chance of a tyre coming loose or spinning off the wheel rim, in the event of a puncture.
3. No spare wheel means more space in the boot and less overall weight. pare wheels are heavy, resulting in a more efficient drive, reserving fuel and mileage.
4. Run flats don’t need to be changed as soon as you get a puncture, therefore drivers don’t have to change the wheel at the side of the road, which can be extremely dangerous, particularly if on a motorway.

What runflat tyres does Landsail offer?

Landsail offers a selection of run flats suitable for different vehicles and driver needs. All engineered with reinforced sidewalls, if a puncture occurs, Landsail’s runflat technology provides additional carcass strength to support the vehicle without air, enabling the driver to continue moving to safety.
The range includes:

LS588 RunFlat

For those looking to get the most out of a high-performance tyre, the Landsail LS588 Runflat offers aquaplaning resistance, enhanced stability and a sporty drive for users. It’s key design characteristics include:

• Optimised Tread Design: The computer-aided design optimises the tread pitch and alignment, which reduces road noise levels at higher speeds.
• Wet-Grip Sipes and Grooves: Added sipes and grooves improve aquaplaning resistance and provide better handling on wet roads.
• Dry Grip: Tread design creates a much larger contact area allowing better stability, cornering and control.
• Advanced Tread Compound: The advanced silica tread compound boosts rolling resistance and helps improve fuel efficiency.
• Lateral and Longitudinal Grooves: Deliver smooth handling and better control on dry and wet roads.

LS388 Runflat

Meanwhile, for those looking for an efficient passenger car tyre, the LS388 Runflat is another great option to consider. Its unique engineered properties include:

• High Stability Centring Rib: The solid rib in the centre of the tyre ensures straight-line driving stability.
• Wet Grip Groove Design: Four wide, longitudinal grooves channel road water, while lateral grooves work to direct it out from under the tyre.
• Low Tread Wear Shoulder Design: The shoulder is integrated with heat-resisting bars to keep the tread blocks stable and protect them from irregular wear. For the same reason, the design also improves high-speed cornering stability.
• Fuel-Saving Tread Compound: The LS388’s advanced tread compound reduces rolling resistance, which helps boost fuel efficiency and lower exhaust emissions.
• Quiet-Ride Pitch Alignment: Optimised tread pitch width and alignment for quiet resonance and reduced road noise.

For more information on runflat tyres, our Tyre Teacher Fuzz Townshend has a handy breakdown here, or check out Landsail’s extensive range of runflat tyres, visit our website or find a local Landsail Dealer here.