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What to Do If a Tire Blows Out While Driving?

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McColeman

07/24/25 12:53pm

Solutions for a tire blowout while driving: Firmly grip the steering wheel, wait for the vehicle to stabilize, then brake slowly and move off the main road. Remember not to brake suddenly to avoid the vehicle fishtailing or rolling over due to uneven braking force. In the case of a front tire blowout, the first action is to firmly grip the steering wheel, wait for stability, then brake slowly and move off the main road. During this process, avoid repeatedly jerking the steering wheel and do not slam on the brakes. After coming to a complete stop, set up a warning triangle behind the vehicle to prevent secondary accidents. Compared to a front tire blowout, a rear tire blowout is less dangerous. The driver only needs to hold the steering wheel firmly and repeatedly press the brake pedal to shift the car's center of gravity forward, transferring the load to the intact front tires and reducing the pressure on the blown-out rear tire.

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VonLaila

08/11/25 6:58am

I remember once driving on the highway when I suddenly felt the car shaking violently—a tire had blown out. I was really panicked for a moment, but I quickly gripped the steering wheel tightly with both hands to stabilize the direction, avoiding slamming on the brakes and gradually easing off the accelerator to slow down. At the same time, I turned on the hazard warning lights to alert the vehicles behind me. Only after the speed dropped to a safe range did I smoothly pull the car over to the roadside emergency lane. After getting out, I first set up a triangular warning sign several dozen meters behind the car to prevent rear-end collisions. Then, I checked the location of the blown-out tire and replaced it with the spare tire, making sure the spare tire’s pressure was moderate—not too high—and tightening the screws without rushing. After replacing it, I tested it by driving a short distance before heading to a professional shop to repair the main tire. Regularly checking tire wear and pressure can help reduce such unexpected incidents.

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