If you experience a tire blowout:
|
Apply the brakes firmly.
|
|
|
Take your foot of the gas pedal, slow down gradually and concentrate on steering.
|
|
|
Pump the brakes to regain control of your vehicle.
|
|
|
Switch on your parking lights.
|
Explanation
If you experience a tire blowout, stay calm and avoid sudden braking, even though your car may swerve sharply, as it can make the vehicle harder to control. Begin to slow down by gently taking your foot off the gas pedal, and turn on your emergency lights. Focus on steering toward the right-hand lane to avoid abruptly entering other lanes. Once you have regained control, brake gently and pull over as soon as it’s safe to do so.
Answer Statistics
🟢 This question is easy — 7% of our users get this question wrong.
Other questions in the same category: Handling Driving Emergencies
A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:If your windshield wipers stop suddenly during rain you should:When an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you should:When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly and pull off the roadway to check the tire.If your car breaks down on a highway, you should:If your car goes into water, you should:When your wheels run off the pavement, you should:If your car breaks down on the highway, you should:If a tire blows out, you should:If a tire suddenly goes flat while you are driving, you should:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: