If one of your tires blows out, you should:
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Pump your brakes and steer where you want to go.
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Hold the steering wheel tightly, take your foot off the gas pedal and steer smoothly where you want to go.
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Apply your brakes gently and steer smoothly where you want to go.
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Apply your brakes immediately.
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Explanation
There is always a chance of you having a vehicle problem while you are driving. If a tire suddenly goes flat, you should hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the car going straight. Take your foot off the gas pedal, but do not apply the brakes. Let the car slow down, then pull off the road in a safe place.
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