Can I Seek Help from Insurance Company for a Flat Tire on the Highway?
2 Answers
You can seek help from an insurance company for a flat tire on the highway. However, insurance companies do not cover the loss of tires caused by flat tire incidents. Front Tire Blowout: Firmly hold the steering wheel, adjust the car's direction gently, avoid repeatedly jerking the steering wheel, and do not slam on the brakes. Wait for the vehicle's speed to gradually decrease before gently steering. Then, place a warning triangle behind the car to prevent secondary accidents. Rear Tire Blowout: The car will become unstable, generating a slight force that causes the car to lean toward the side of the blown-out tire. In this case, you should ease off the accelerator and downshift to bring the car to a slow stop. Since the rear tires do not have a steering function and generally bear less weight, a rear tire blowout is not very dangerous. Just hold the steering wheel steady.
I often drive long distances on the highway, and once I suddenly had a tire blowout. In that situation, it was really dangerous. I had to immediately turn on the hazard lights, pull over to the emergency lane, and ensure my safety as well as that of other vehicles. I remember calling the insurance company's 24-hour rescue hotline, but they generally don't cover the cost of the tire itself—most commercial insurance policies don't include tire damage unless there's a special clause. Fortunately, insurance companies usually offer free towing or roadside assistance services, such as sending a professional technician to help you change the spare tire or tow the car to the nearest service area. This depends on whether you've purchased a policy with additional services, like comprehensive insurance or a specially added rescue package. After that incident, I started regularly checking tire pressure and wear to prevent it from happening again. The risk of a tire blowout is significant on the highway—safety always comes first.
