How to Cope With A Punctured Tyre When Driving at Speed
Driving the speed limit often means driving at a high rate, which can be dangerous if your tyre develops a rupture. Even the most seasoned motorists will feel fear as they struggle to control the car.
The depth of the rupture will decide the amount of control you have on the car. It will also have a bearing on how safely you can stop without becoming a hazard for other drivers.
If you suspect that a tyre has been damaged you will need to pull over as soon as it is safe. You do not want to brake quickly, but instead remain calm, ensure you have a good grip on the steering wheel, and slowly decrease your speed. Avoid turning the wheel sharply or stomping on the brakes.
It is possible to enter into a spin if you try to over steer or brake the car too quickly. By entering a spin you will lose control because of the forces on the vehicle, and the lack of grip in the wheel. The reduction in speed can help increase your control over the vehicle to stop it without incident.
With your vehicle safely stopped at the side of the road and with your hazard lights on, you should only attempt to change the flat tyre yourself if it will not put you or other road users at risk. Do not attempt to change a tyre yourself on a motorway, even if it is on the nearside, as it could be the last thing you ever do, instead notify the rescue services and they will despatch a recovery service to assist you.
In a situation where you are well off the road or in a safer area you can change the tyre. You should have all persons in the vehicle stand in a safe location. You will need to put the emergency brake on. Consider leaving a light on or using a flash light if the day has grown darker. Do not forget to wear your emergency coat to signify you are on the road to those who happen by.
Before raising up your car you need to assess the correct jacking points. Your car manual should display these points clearly for you. The vehicle should also be secured on the jack before you remove the tyre.
As you finish ensure that you tighten the lugnuts properly. To tighten them you should use opposite pairs by increasing pressure on one then the one opposite. Also make sure the wheel is secured against the axel before you drive again. - 21393
The depth of the rupture will decide the amount of control you have on the car. It will also have a bearing on how safely you can stop without becoming a hazard for other drivers.
If you suspect that a tyre has been damaged you will need to pull over as soon as it is safe. You do not want to brake quickly, but instead remain calm, ensure you have a good grip on the steering wheel, and slowly decrease your speed. Avoid turning the wheel sharply or stomping on the brakes.
It is possible to enter into a spin if you try to over steer or brake the car too quickly. By entering a spin you will lose control because of the forces on the vehicle, and the lack of grip in the wheel. The reduction in speed can help increase your control over the vehicle to stop it without incident.
With your vehicle safely stopped at the side of the road and with your hazard lights on, you should only attempt to change the flat tyre yourself if it will not put you or other road users at risk. Do not attempt to change a tyre yourself on a motorway, even if it is on the nearside, as it could be the last thing you ever do, instead notify the rescue services and they will despatch a recovery service to assist you.
In a situation where you are well off the road or in a safer area you can change the tyre. You should have all persons in the vehicle stand in a safe location. You will need to put the emergency brake on. Consider leaving a light on or using a flash light if the day has grown darker. Do not forget to wear your emergency coat to signify you are on the road to those who happen by.
Before raising up your car you need to assess the correct jacking points. Your car manual should display these points clearly for you. The vehicle should also be secured on the jack before you remove the tyre.
As you finish ensure that you tighten the lugnuts properly. To tighten them you should use opposite pairs by increasing pressure on one then the one opposite. Also make sure the wheel is secured against the axel before you drive again. - 21393
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