What to Do If a Tire Blows Out at Night?
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If a car tire blows out in the middle of the night and you don't know how to change a spare tire, you can park the car in a safe area. Use a jack to lift the wheel with the blown tire and wait for assistance. Call the 24-hour rescue hotline, but be aware that in addition to the tire repair fee, there will also be a rescue fee, which is essentially the travel cost.
I used to drive long distances at night frequently. Once on a pitch-black highway, a tire suddenly blew out, and the loud noise startled me awake. I immediately slowed down and pulled the car over to the shoulder, turned on the hazard lights to alert other drivers, and remembered to place the triangle warning sign about 80 meters behind the car to ensure enough distance due to poor visibility at night. I had tools and a spare tire in my car, so I attempted to change the tire under the light of my phone—first loosening the lug nuts, then using the jack to replace the tire. The whole process needs to be steady and unhurried, and extra caution is needed to prevent slipping in rainy conditions. If unsure about changing the tire, call for roadside assistance immediately and wait for professionals to help. After that incident, I developed a habit of regularly checking tire pressure and wear because a nighttime blowout is particularly dangerous. Handling it safely is crucial—don’t delay.
