You have a Blowout

Sometimes a blowout begins with a loud bang, such as a shot. However, more often than not, the blowout occurs gradually. The tire slowly loses air until the sidewall breaks, or the tread becomes loose. When a front wheel loses air, the car suddenly pulls to one side. If a rear tire loses air, the car can skid.

The first thing to think about during a blowout is to hold the steering wheel firmly. If the road is slippery, you may skid, but you won’t be able to brake. Keep calm and drive carefully in the direction you want the vehicle to go. This will align the back with the front. See where you want to be and keep steering towards that target.

When your vehicle slows down, it will respond to your direction. At this point, gently apply the brakes. Brake slowly to stop on a flat, firm surface far enough from the road to change tires without affecting traffic. If you are in a place where there is no safe place to stop for example, on a bridge or tunnel, activate the four-way flash signals and move slowly until you find a safe spot.