What should you do first if your tires blow out while driving?

When experiencing a tire blowout while driving, the most important immediate action is to gradually ease off the accelerator and steer straight. This approach allows you to maintain better control of the vehicle. When a tire blows out, it can cause the vehicle to pull to one side, and abrupt actions such as hitting the brakes or turning the wheel sharply can exacerbate the situation and lead to loss of control.

By easing off the accelerator, you reduce your speed gradually, which is much safer than a sudden stop. Steering straight helps to keep the vehicle stable while you slow down. This method minimizes the chances of skidding or spinning out, making it easier to bring the vehicle to a controlled stop once your speed has decreased.

After you have slowed down and regained control of the vehicle, you can then safely pull over to the side of the road when it is safe to do so.