Can You Change a Tire by Yourself on the Highway?

[McJayden]

You can change a tire by yourself on the highway. Here are some additional details: 1. Generally, it is not recommended to change a tire yourself. If you absolutely must change a tire, make sure to do so in the emergency stopping lane only after confirming it is safe, and ensure it does not affect other vehicles. 2. When changing a tire on the highway, proper warning signs must be set up to avoid secondary accidents. 3. Drivers should also know how to properly change a spare tire, as improper tire changes on the highway can be captured by cameras and result in penalty points. 4. After a tire blowout, avoid erratic steering. At high speeds, erratic steering can easily lead to skidding or even rollovers.

[LeilaniFitz]

I experienced a tire blowout on the highway two days ago, and it was quite an eye-opener. Never attempt to change it yourself! With traffic moving so fast on the highway, even the emergency lane is full of dangers. That time, I quickly pulled over, turned on the hazard lights, and had everyone in the car climb over the guardrail to stand outside. I called 12122, and rescue arrived in less than half an hour. The professionals wore reflective vests and used a crash cushion vehicle for protection, finishing the job in just a few minutes. Want to save a few hundred bucks on rescue fees? If a truck behind you can't stop in time, it's game over. Safety comes first—you can replace a tire, but you can't replace a life.

[StKevin]

Last month, I experienced a tire blowout on the highway, and just thinking about it still sends shivers down my spine. I slowly moved to the emergency lane when the speed dropped below 40 km/h, and placed the warning triangle 150 meters behind the car. My hands were shaking when I called for rescue, but I didn't dare to get out of the car the entire time. The rescue personnel said they handle hundreds of tire blowout accidents every year and have witnessed cars being rear-ended in the emergency lane. Later, I learned that highways have regulations prohibiting any non-professionals from staying on the road surface. Now, I always check the tire pressure before getting on the highway, and keep a small inflator pump in the trunk for emergencies.

[Katherine]

Don't take the risk! As someone who's done car rescues, here's the three-step protocol for a highway tire blowout: 1. Maintain direction by gripping the steering wheel firmly 2. Pump the brakes to decelerate and stop in the emergency lane 3. Have everyone retreat behind guardrails and call for help. Last year, a driver attempted DIY tire change using his own jack but the uneven ground caused vehicle rollover that crushed his leg. Modern vehicles come with TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) - early detection enables prevention. Recommend tire rotation every 20,000km and seasonal tread depth checks.