Safe driving techniquesQuestion 313 of 318

A tire blows while you drive. What should you do?

Brake hard right away to stop fast
Let go of the wheel and ease the vehicle
Turn sharply toward the side of the road
Hold the wheel firmly; do not brake yet

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Correct answer: Hold the wheel firmly; do not brake yet

Keep a firm grip on the wheel and keep a constant speed. Ease off the accelerator slowly. Brake gently when you are slow enough, and then stop at the side of the road.

Source: Driving a Passenger Vehicle (SAAQ, 2022), Chapter 5, Driving Strategies > Emergency situations > Mechanical Problems, page 185

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026