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There isn't a doubt that a tire blowout ranks the highest on any highway driver’s list of fears. With good reason, as a tire burst could lead to a complete loss of car control. With SUVs and MUVs, there is the possibility of a flip-over, too. A blowout is dangerous no matter how good a driver you are or how safe your car is.

The good news is, with tire technology continually improving, blowouts are becoming an infrequent occurrence. Still, they do happen and it's best that you know what to do if you suffer one.

Steps


1
Start with maintaining a safe driving speed; there are just no two sides to this. The lower your speed, the higher your chance of survival. A blowout at 80–90 km/h (50–56 mph) will be far less dramatic than one at 140–150 km/h (87–93 mph). Indeed, if you survive a tire burst at 150 km/h (93 mph), consider it a gift of God.

2
Do not slam on the brake pedal. Of course, this is easier said than done, as our brains are hardwired to instinctively jam the brake pedal in an emergency. Hard braking is actually the worst thing you can do as it will further imbalance the vehicle and throw it out of control.

3
Don’t abruptly take your foot off the accelerator. Do it slowly and gradually. In fact, Michelin recommends that you maintain accelerator input momentarily, before releasing it slowly. The deceleration force from a blown tire is so strong that your car will anyway slow down rapidly. If you have engaged cruise control, be sure to disengage it immediately.

4
Try your best to keep the vehicle pointed straight. Cornering or turning with a blown tire will greatly upset the car’s composure. If your car is pulling to one side, you might need to pull the steering in the opposite direction to keep it going straight. This is critical, else you risk drifting into the road divider or worse still, the opposite lane.

5
Do not attempt to over-correct. The key is to maintain the vehicle’s stability. A sharp yank of the steering wheel can result in a rollover. Even when you have gained control and are slowly moving to a safe parking spot, do so with the mildest steering inputs possible.

6
Allow the vehicle to gradually coast to a stop. Use engine braking if necessary. Lightly engage the brakes only when your car has decelerated to a slow speed. Use the turn indicators and pull over safely off the road. Drive on the bare metal wheel if you have to, but do not stop in the middle of the road as you run the risk of getting rear-ended by a speeding car. to activate your hazard lights when stopped.

http://m.wikihow.com/Handle-a-Tyre-Burst

Nice one there

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AutosBay:
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Allow the vehicle to gradually coast to a stop. Use engine braking if necessary. Lightly engage the brakes only when your car has decelerated to a slow speed. Use the turn indicators and pull over safely off the road. Drive on the bare metal wheel if you have to, but do not stop in the middle of the road as you run the risk of getting rear-ended by a speeding car. to activate your hazard lights when stopped.

http://m.wikihow.com/Handle-a-Tyre-Burst

1. In a situation where ur vehicle is non-automatic, how do u handle the gear say u are driving with gear 4 before the burst?
2. Should one put off the engine using the key during a burst?

Nice article. you forgot to mention that the road must be pot hole free

ethene:

1. In a situation where ur vehicle is non-automatic, how do u handle the gear say u are driving with gear 4 before the burst?
2. Should one put off the engine using the key during a burst?

copy and paste no de get ansa


leave it in 4th gear, and as the speed drops, down shift to a lower gear.

GAZZUZZ:


copy and paste no de get ansa


leave it in 4th gear, and as the speed drops, down shift to a lower gear.

Well said

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Informative

Captainbomb was here

U rock op....

person instincts go still say mk u apply break

First time making fp. That means today will be great.

Op this is what happen to me last night.I was drunk and driving and my tyre just gave me IED sound when i was on top speed...Im in the church now with the little hangover in my system to praise His name.I thank God for my life.

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ethene:

1. In a situation where ur vehicle is non-automatic, how do u handle the gear say u are driving with gear 4 before the burst?
2. Should one put off the engine using the key during a burst?

It happened to me recently. The OP is right. Don't slam on the brakes and just focus on steering but gently tap the brakes when you think you have the vehicle under control. Do not for any reason switch off the engine. You stand a high chance of locking the steering wheel. This is for both shift and automatic transmission vehicles.

AutosBay:
There isn't a doubt that a tire blowout ranks the highest on any highway driver’s list of fears. With good reason, as a tire burst could lead to a complete loss of car control. With SUVs and MUVs, there is the possibility of a flip-over, too. A blowout is dangerous no matter how good a driver you are or how safe your car is.

The good news is, with tire technology continually improving, blowouts are becoming an infrequent occurrence. Still, they do happen and it's best that you know what to do if you suffer one.

GAZZUZZ:


copy and paste no de get ansa


leave it in 4th gear, and as the speed drops, down shift to a lower gear.

You're not serious.

You got me laughing.

Easier said than done...

The best tip up there is maintaining a safe driving speed.

Ensure your tires are within the manufacturers usage period. Take serious note of strange noise or wobblings from your car. It might save your life and other road s.

I had a blow out from one of my rears tires same week the with the Ocholi family but we luckily came out alive, myself...wifey and the two kids on the third mainland bridge.

Let's just pray against the spirit of accident.

May God hear our prayers in Jesus name!

Is there any cogent reason to travel at top speed when one's life and other road s are at risk? It is better to be late than be the late.

ednut1:
person instincts go still say mk u apply break

This is VERY correct

Be careful. Using key could result in steering lock, the worst thing during a burst.

ethene:

1. In a situation where ur vehicle is non-automatic, how do u handle the gear say u are driving with gear 4 before the burst?
2. Should one put off the engine using the key during a burst?

Op Weldon. in addition remain CALM. Think about safety locations to propel the vehicle to... usually out of ur line and put ur triangle signs asap.

Good thread.. Unlike some semi unclad pics of some celebrity

Nice write up

Crysallis:
Nice article. you forgot to mention that the road must be pot hole free

in a pothole infested road u'll likely be moving at less speed anyways