July 21, 2015

Flat Tires

July 21, 2015

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Flat Tires

a drivers perspective — A drivers perspective: Sean

By Sean W.

Flat tires are inconvenient, but if you don’t know what to do, they can even be scary. Here are some tips.

The first thing to know is what happens when you get a flat tire so you know what to expect. Most likely, you’ll feel your car being pulled to one side (the side of the flat tire) and accelerating will become difficult. Drive the vehicle somewhere safe, away from the road, into a parking lot or gas stations, or onto a side street. Definitely get off the highway and the ramp.

If the tire blows you might hear a loud thud or bang. In that case, (which is very rare) you’ll know the tire is riding on the rim by a distinct grinding feeling. Pull off the road to the right side – as far away from traffic as you can. Never leave the car in a live lane of traffic. Stay in the vehicle and call for assistance. Every year dozens of people are killed when they get hit at the side of the road while they were trying to deal with an emergency.

This link “https://www.kaltire.com/how-to-change-a-tire/” provides simple step-by-step instructions on how to properly change your tire.

Lastly, keep in mind that some preventative maintenance can prevent a flat tire from becoming an emergency.

Anne Marie Hayes

I am an advocate for driving safety, armed with a passion for educationg and promoting safe driving habits to teens, parents, and seniors alike. I am a member of the board of directions of NOYS (National Organizations for Youth Safety) and a member of GHSA (Governor's Highway Safety Association), as well as a member of 7 international driving safety organizations. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from York University, and I am a certified driving instructor. I am also the author of "3 keys to keeping Your Teen Alive: Lessons for Surviving the First Year of Driving." which provides parents and their teens the tools to keep them safe while driving.

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