Tire Blowout
Maintain control when a tire fails
A tire blowout at speed is terrifying but survivable with the correct response. The key is counterintuitive: accelerate briefly, then gradually slow down while maintaining direction.
Waarom het belangrijk is
Blowouts cause sudden handling changes. The natural reaction (braking hard, jerking the wheel) often causes accidents. Knowing the correct response is critical.
Belangrijke acties
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel
Do NOT brake immediately
Apply slight accelerator to maintain control
Gradually reduce speed
Signal and carefully move to the shoulder
Stop in a safe location away from traffic
Wel doen
- Focus on keeping the car straight
- Let the car slow naturally initially
- Use hazard lights once safe
- Check tire condition regularly to prevent blowouts
Niet doen
- Slam the brakes
- Jerk the steering wheel
- Try to immediately exit the road
- Stop in a traffic lane if possible to continue
Pro tips
Front blowouts pull toward the blown tire; rear blowouts cause weaving
Maintaining speed briefly helps counteract the drag from the flat
Regular tire inspections and proper inflation prevent most blowouts
Waarschuwing
The most important thing after a blowout is keeping the car straight. Fight the pull, keep your foot off the brake initially, and slowly bring the car under control.
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