Florida · Right-of-Way
If a tire blows out while driving on a Florida highway, the recommended first response is to?
- Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer straight until the vehicle slows
- Swerve to the shoulder
- Brake hard immediately
- Accelerate to regain control
Correct answer
Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer straight until the vehicle slows
Why this is correct
A tire blowout requires steady hands. Florida's handbook says to grip the wheel firmly, avoid hard braking, ease off the accelerator, and let the vehicle slow on its own while steering straight. Once slowed, signal and pull carefully onto the shoulder. Sudden braking or swerving can cause loss of control, which is more dangerous than the blowout itself.
Florida Driver Handbook, p. 100