What to Do When a Tire Blows Out on the Highway?
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Methods for handling a tire blowout on the highway: 1. Steady the steering wheel and maintain control of the direction; 2. While keeping the steering wheel steady, apply the brakes—avoid slamming them all at once. Instead, use intermittent braking by pressing and releasing the pedal rhythmically. This will help ensure the vehicle's direction remains stable and prevent collisions with guardrails or other vehicles; 3. Try to pull over to the emergency lane. Once stopped, turn on the hazard lights and place the triangular warning sign 150 meters behind the vehicle in the direction of oncoming traffic. Do not stay in the emergency lane or inside the car; move behind the guardrail and wait for assistance; 4. You can call the national highway rescue hotline at 12122 or replace the spare tire yourself.
Remember eight words for a high-speed tire blowout: Hold the steering wheel firmly and brake gently. I once experienced it on the Jinggang’ao Expressway when the car suddenly shook violently due to a rear tire blowout. Never slam on the brakes or jerk the steering wheel. Use both hands to firmly hold the steering wheel to avoid deviation. Gently apply the brakes to let the speed decrease naturally, check the rearview mirror to confirm safety, and then slowly move to the emergency lane. Turn on the hazard lights, place a triangular warning sign 150 meters away, and have everyone move outside the guardrail before calling for rescue. In fact, regular checks of tire wear lines and pressure can prevent most blowouts, especially before long summer trips.
