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If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving on a highway, what should you do first?

  1. Hold the steering wheel firmly and ease off the gas pedal gradually.Answer
  2. B
    Slam on the brakes immediately to bring the vehicle to a rapid stop.
  3. C
    Turn the steering wheel sharply toward the road shoulder to clear traffic.
  4. D
    Press down hard on the accelerator pedal to stabilize forward momentum.

Answer

Hold the steering wheel firmly and ease off the gas pedal gradually.
Holding the steering wheel firmly with both hands keeps the vehicle traveling straight, while gradually easing off the accelerator allows engine drag to slow the car safely before applying gentle braking.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Grip the steering wheel tightly with both hands.
Maintains straight directional steering against the pull caused by the flat tire.
A blown tire creates strong uneven resistance on one side of the vehicle.
2
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal slowly.
Allows engine braking to decelerate the car smoothly.
Sudden speed changes or hard braking will trigger a loss of traction and control.
3
Once the vehicle has slowed down significantly, steer gently off the road and apply light braking.
Safely brings the vehicle to a complete stop on the shoulder.
Stopping off the main road keeps the driver and other motorists safe from collision.

Key Concept

Tire Blowout Emergency Response Procedure
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Vehicle Mechanical Emergencies

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