What to Do If Your Tire Goes Flat in the Middle of the Night?
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Stay calm and avoid panicking. Reduce your speed and avoid sharp steering or sudden braking, then drive to a safe location to stop and inspect the situation. Check the vehicle's tires. If there is a loss of air pressure and you have an air pump in the car, you can measure the pressure of each tire and refill them accordingly. If you don't have the necessary tools, ensure the tire has enough air pressure to slowly drive to a nearby air filling station. If the tire is severely deflated, replace it with the spare tire as soon as possible, then drive to a repair shop for further inspection and repairs.
Last time when I was driving home late at night, my tire suddenly went flat and I was so scared that I immediately pulled over to a safe area and turned on the hazard lights. It was so dark outside that I didn’t dare to get out of the car, so I called roadside assistance from inside and waited for help. Fortunately, I check my tire pressure and spare tire condition every month, which prevented a worse situation. I recommend everyone to test their tires with a pressure gauge before long trips and prepare reflective vests and emergency lights.