Even the most cautious vehicle owner can experience a tire blowout accident. It can be scary. When a tire blows it can result in a chain-reaction car accident that can affect a number of drivers. So, remember to stay calm and try your best to stay safe and handle the blowout. The following are tips to help you keep control of your car:
Don’t slam on the brakes
Keep both hands on the steering wheel
Don’t remove your foot from the accelerator too abruptly
Keep the car speed if you can
Slowly release the accelerator
Steer as necessary to stabilize the car and get control
Once you stabilize the car, slow down and safely pull off the road
We hope the tips above can help you stay safe in case of a tire blowout. If another driver’s tire blowout injures you, get immediate medical help. Once you get it, it is time to contact a personal injury lawyer. If you were hurt because someone else didn’t take the measures to avoid a tire blowout, it is because of their negligence that you could be entitled to get compensation for your damages.