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Commercial Driver's License

Category - Standard Driving

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Tire blowouts can happen on any type of commercial vehicle. If a tire blows out, drivers should:
  1. Apply immediate, hard pressure to the brakes.
  2. Set the emergency brake and pull over to the side of the road.
  3. Firmly grasp the steering wheel, hit the brakes only when the vehicle slows, and pull over when able.
  4. Do nothing as the ABS will slow the vehicle down safely.
Explanation
Answer: C - In case of tire blowout drivers should immediately grasp the steering wheel firmly to maintain control. They should NOT hit the brakes hard, but rather apply the brakes gradually once the vehicle begins to slow on its own. Drivers should then pull off the road as soon as it is safe to do so. Slamming on the brakes may result in the wheels locking up and throwing the vehicle into a dangerous skid.
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