Can You Continue Driving After a Tire Blowout?
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You cannot continue driving after a tire blowout. You need to stop the vehicle safely and replace the spare tire when it is safe to do so. If you are on a highway, turn on the hazard lights and pull over to the emergency lane. Place the triangular warning sign 100 meters behind the vehicle and ensure there are no vehicles on the left side before opening the door to exit. If you don't have a spare tire, do not attempt to drive further; call for a tow truck instead. In the event of a tire blowout, you should: 1. Avoid slamming the brakes—instead, slow down gradually, as sudden braking can worsen the vehicle's instability caused by the blowout, potentially leading to a rollover. 2. While slowing down, firmly grip the steering wheel and steer in the opposite direction of the blowout to maintain straight-line control of the vehicle.