Is a Rear Tire Blowout Dangerous?
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A rear tire blowout is extremely dangerous. When a blowout unfortunately occurs, the first thing to do is to hold the steering wheel firmly with both hands, avoid making sudden turns, try to maintain control of the direction, and let the car continue moving forward. At the same time, do not brake abruptly; instead, apply the brakes smoothly to allow the speed to decrease steadily. A blowout refers to the phenomenon where a tire loses air suddenly and deflates in an extremely short time, usually less than 0.1 seconds, due to rupture. Blowouts are one of the frequent accidents for cars in summer, mostly caused by improper tire maintenance by the owner. When a rear tire blows out, the car will become unstable, generating a slight force that causes the car to lean toward the side of the blown-out tire. Stay calm, maintain control of the steering wheel to keep the car moving straight, gently press the brake pedal, and drive the car to a safe spot on the roadside. Turn on the hazard warning lights.