What measures should be taken to slow down and stop when a front tire bursts?
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When a front tire bursts, you must absolutely not step on the brake. Instead, grip the steering wheel firmly with both hands, try to control the direction of movement, and release the accelerator to allow the car to slow down gradually. Once the speed has completely decreased, steer the car to a safe spot by the roadside, change the tire, and proceed again. Below are the methods for handling a tire blowout: 1. Front tire blowout: When you determine that the front tire of the car has burst, first hold the steering wheel tightly, remember not to adjust the direction randomly, wait until the direction stabilizes, then gently step on the brake to slow down the vehicle, pull over to the side, and set up a triangular warning sign about 100-200 meters behind the car. 2. Rear tire blowout: When it is the rear tire of the car that bursts, the effect of the vehicle veering off course will be smaller. At this time, you should ease off the accelerator, gently apply the brakes, control the direction, slowly pull the car to one side, and set up a triangular warning sign about 100-200 meters behind the car.
That tire blowout was really terrifying. I remember my left front tire suddenly went 'bang' that time. I immediately gripped the steering wheel with both hands tightly, because when a tire goes flat, the car will suddenly pull hard towards the side of the blown tire - one careless moment and you'd hit the guardrail. Never slam on the brakes suddenly, that's the easiest way to roll the car! I just gradually eased off the accelerator, letting the speed drop naturally, while turning on the hazard lights to alert vehicles behind. Only when the speed dropped below 40 km/h did I gently tap the brakes to move towards the emergency lane. After stopping completely, I immediately had everyone exit the vehicle beyond the guardrail, and set up the warning triangle 150 meters behind the car. Remember, don't wait for rescue by making calls near the vehicle - the airflow from passing trucks can suck people in.