Car Spotted Driving on Wheels Without Tires in South Korea; Driver Claims Tire Replacement Trip

A startling sight on a South Korean highway has captured public attention after a car was observed driving on its bare wheels, completely lacking tires.

The incident occurred on the Dongbu Expressway, where a witness spotted the vehicle moving with only its rims. The driver, when later questioned, explained that they were en route to a tire replacement service. The witness reported that the car was making a loud grinding noise as it traveled, initially moving slowly in traffic but accelerating once the road cleared.

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It was moving with its wheels, making a loud noise.

Concerned about potential accidents, the witness followed the car for approximately 6 to 7 kilometers. They then contacted the police. Upon the authorities' arrival, the witness assisted in safely stopping the vehicle and guiding it to a lower lane before handing over the situation to the police.

Images shared from the scene show the car with its front left wheel completely exposed, running solely on the rim. The witness estimated the vehicle's speed to be around 50-60 km/h during the time they observed it.

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I was on my way to replace the tires.