What should you generally avoid doing if your vehicle's tire blows out?

When a tire blows out, it can create a sudden loss of control, and the instinctive response might be to react quickly to stabilize the vehicle. However, accelerating quickly to regain control is typically not a safe response. In fact, accelerating can exacerbate the loss of control and lead to a more dangerous situation.

Instead of speeding up, the recommended practice is to maintain a steady speed while gently steering the vehicle towards a safe area off the road. This allows the driver to gradually regain control without causing the vehicle to veer more dangerously.

Avoiding rapid acceleration helps to ensure that the vehicle remains stable, making it easier to navigate to a safe stopping point once control is regained. It's important to remain calm and follow the correct emergency procedures after a blowout to ensure the safety of everyone involved.