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Safe drivingQuestion 293 of 310

A front tire blows out while you drive. What should you do first?

  1. Brake hard right away
  2. Turn sharply onto the shoulder
  3. Press the accelerator to keep control
  4. Grip the wheel and ease off the gas pedal
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Correct answer: Grip the wheel and ease off the gas pedal

Slow down gradually. Brake only when your speed is low enough to keep control.

Source: Driver's Handbook (Manitoba Public Insurance, February 2026), Blowouts, page 102

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026