1. (1) The tire-wheel system of the motor vehicle provides a run-flat capability by which a partially inflated driving surface becomes available in the event of a tire failure;
2. (2) The motor vehicle is equipped with a factory-installed temporary tire repair and inflation system; or
3. (3) Technological improvements, consistent with applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards, become available.

If a new Class A (passenger) or Class M (multipurpose) motor vehicle is sold in this State, the manufacturer shall equip the motor vehicle with a spare tire that conforms with the requirements in § 22-405 of this subtitle, unless:

Added by Acts 1980, c. 383. Amended by Acts 1999, c. 645, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 1999; Acts 2010, c. 681, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2010.