What should you do if you experience a tire blowout while driving?

When experiencing a tire blowout while driving, holding the steering wheel firmly, slowing down gradually, and pulling over safely is the recommended course of action. This approach allows you to maintain control of the vehicle instead of potentially overreacting to the sudden loss of tire pressure. It is essential to avoid making drastic maneuvers, such as sudden braking or turning, which could lead to losing control of the vehicle further.

By gradually reducing your speed, you minimize the risk of skidding or flipping the vehicle. Once you have slowed down, finding a safe location to pull over—away from traffic—is crucial for your safety and the safety of others on the road. This process ensures that you can take control of the situation in a calm and safe manner, allowing for a responsible response to the blowout.

In contrast, accelerating could lead to a loss of control, immediately stopping could be unsafe in certain traffic conditions, and making a U-turn without assessing your surroundings could create dangerous situations.