If your tyre gets punctured while travelling, it can be a very frustrating situation. But there is no need to panic - think calmly and adopt some easy measures.
First of all, we want to say that you should use only the best tyre brands in your car because branded tyres have some instructions to replace the tyre.
But if you still feel that the tyre is punctured, then slowly stop the vehicle at a safe place. Do not apply sudden brakes. Switch on the hazard lights, so that other drivers can also know that your vehicle has stopped.
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After this, check the tyre thoroughly. If the tyre is tubeless and there is not much air in it, then you can fix the puncture yourself with a tubeless puncture repair kit. But if the tyre is completely punctured or you are not comfortable, then getting a spare tyre is the best option.
If you have the necessary tools like jack, wheel wrench and spare tyre, then you can also change the tyre yourself. Otherwise, call a nearby mechanic or roadside assistance.
Before setting out on a journey, make sure that the spare tyre is in good condition and that all the tools are present. A little attention can save you from a big problem.
What to do if a tubed tyre gets punctured and you cannot find a mechanic?
If you are in an area where there is no puncture shop or mechanic nearby and you have a tubed tyre, the situation can be a little difficult, but with a little plan and wisdom, you can get out of this problem.
If the puncture is small, fill the air and move slowly:
If the air is slowly coming out of the tyre and you have a portable air pump (as many people now carry with them), you can stop every 1-2 km and slowly fill the air in the tyre and reach the nearest town or village.
Identify the punctured spot with water:
If you have a small box or bottle, fill it with water and pour it on the tyre. Bubbles come out at the punctured place. If you do not have rubber or any patching material, see the next step.
Glue and rubber:
Many times wiring tape or binding tape is kept to fit music systems or lights in bikes or cars. If you have a small piece of rubber (such as a torn belt, or an old piece of rubber pipe or tube) and glue or tape, then you can temporarily stick it on the punctured place and tie it tightly with tape.
Bending the tube and tying it to the tyre (last option):
If there is a puncture on one side of the tube and the rest of the tube is fine, then some people bend the tube from that place and tie it tightly, so that air does not go to that part. Then put the tube in the tyre, fill some air in it and drive slowly. This method should be adopted only in very emergency situations.
Changing the tyre (if possible):
If your front tyre is punctured and the rear tyre has more air, it is possible in some cases to balance the ride by changing the tyre - but it is quite technical and requires a bit of understanding.
These methods can at least get you to the nearest helpline. Always remember that these are not permanent solutions but can help you a lot in an emergency. Hence, it is very beneficial to keep a small emergency kit while travelling.
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