What to Do If You Have a Blowout on the Motorway: A Safety Guide
A tyre blowout at motorway speed is terrifying but manageable if you know what to do. Our experts walk you through the steps — and what comes next.
A tyre blowout at 70mph is one of the most frightening experiences a driver can face. Knowing what to do in those first few seconds is vital. Here's what our mobile tyre fitting experts recommend. Immediate response: Do NOT brake hard or jerk the wheel.
Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and maintain your line. Gently ease off the accelerator — do not apply brakes until you've slowed naturally to around 30mph. Steer gradually towards the hard shoulder or emergency refuge area. Once stopped: Switch on hazard lights immediately.
If safe to exit, get everyone out of the vehicle and behind the barrier. Call emergency services if needed, then call a 24 hour emergency tyre service like Franks Mobile Tyres. Our emergency tyre team can reach most Scottish motorway locations within 60–90 minutes. Never attempt to change a tyre on the motorway yourself — it's illegal and extremely dangerous.
Our mobile tyre fitters are trained and equipped to work in roadside conditions safely. For a 24 hour emergency tyre service call, contact your nearest Franks branch.
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