What Causes Tire Blowouts on Highways?
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Reasons for tire blowouts on highways: 1. Before long-distance driving, the owner adjusted the brakes too tightly, causing the brake pads to overheat due to friction during driving, leading to a blowout; 2. Before entering the highway, the vehicle's tires were underinflated, and prolonged friction with the ground caused overheating and a blowout; 3. The brakes on the tires were adjusted too tightly, especially the front tires. When an emergency occurs ahead and the driver brakes, the huge inertial force generated will concentrate on these over-tightened tires, easily causing a blowout; 4. The brakes were inaccurately adjusted, with one side of the vehicle's tires having tight brakes and the other side loose, resulting in uneven friction. This creates high temperatures and overheating, leading to a blowout.
I've had several experiences of tire blowouts on the highway, and just thinking about it now still gives me chills. The main reasons were excessive tire wear or aging without timely replacement. At high speeds, the friction generates too much heat, and the tire sidewalls can't withstand it, leading directly to a blowout. Another time, it was because of small stones or sharp debris on the road that punctured the tire, causing it to burst. Overloading the vehicle also increases the risk of a blowout, as the extra weight puts more pressure on the tires. So before long drives, I always check the tire pressure and wear to avoid it being too low or too high. The risk is even greater in hot weather, so it's best to stop at a service area periodically to let the tires cool down. If you do encounter a blowout, it's crucial to grip the steering wheel firmly, avoid panicking and slamming the brakes, and gradually slow down to pull over safely. Never take it lightly.
