Space-saving spare tyres suitable for towing?

Kestrel replied on 13/03/2012 13:53

Posted on 13/03/2012 13:53

We are about to change our Toyota Corolla for a Qashqai Acenta 2.0l diesel and have been told that the spare wheel is the 'space saving' type only suitable for driving at 50 mph to the nearest garage in the event of  a puncture.  Is it safe to tow a caravan with this type of spare wheel or should I invest in a 'proper' spare wheel?

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