Is a Tire Blowout at 60 km/h Dangerous?
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A tire blowout at 60 km/h does pose some danger, but since 60 km/h is not a very high speed, as long as you remain calm when the tire blows out, maintain control of the steering wheel, and gradually slow the car to a stop, the risk can be managed. Generally, the safe speed for a tire blowout is below 60 km/h, as high-speed blowouts are the most dangerous. Therefore, it's important to pay attention to your speed while driving. If a blowout occurs at high speed, avoid panicking and handle the situation calmly. Additional relevant information is as follows: 1. Since tires are wear-prone components, and the sidewall is the weakest part of the tire, impacts can damage the internal steel wires in the sidewall, potentially causing bulges during driving. Once a bulge appears, continuing to drive increases the risk of a blowout. After a blowout, the tire deflates and folds together. If driving continues, the tire body bears the vehicle's weight, leading to further damage. 2. For safety reasons, you should not continue driving after a blowout, and driving 10 km is especially inadvisable. Prolonged driving after a blowout not only damages the tire but may also harm the wheel rim, resulting in greater losses. After a blowout, it's difficult to maintain the vehicle's balance and properly distribute braking force, which is extremely hazardous. 3. If a tire blows out, firmly grip the steering wheel to control the direction. Once the vehicle stabilizes, gradually brake and move to a safe area. After stopping, turn on the hazard lights, place a warning triangle behind the car to alert other drivers, and ensure all passengers exit the vehicle and move to a safe location.
