Traction, Tyres and Brakes
If a tyre blows out while you are driving, what should you do?
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
- A Brake fully and immediately
- ✓ Hold the wheel firmly and decelerate gradually
- C Swerve sharply towards the hard shoulder
- D Accelerate to keep control
Why this is the correct answer
In the event of a blowout, hold the steering wheel firmly, do not brake suddenly, decelerate gradually, and stop in a safe place off the road.
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