CAR TIPS & ADVICE

An experienced car driver not only knows how to drive a car but also has to calmly respond to unexpected situations that can happen anytime while driving.

For any emergency on the road, the most important thing is to stay calm, prioritize your safety, and always look for the optimal solution.

1. What should you do when your car tires burst?

Tires burst when it encounters sharp objects on the road or worn out after being used for a long time. In case of tire explosion, you should drive slowly to the roadside or to a center place for vehicle repair. You should not stop in the middle lane of the road because that will be very dangerous. If you bring no spare tire, turn on the hazard lights and call for assistance. If you are traveling on the road, it is recommended to have a spare tire as the rescue may be far from your location.

Tires burst when it encounters sharp objects on the road or worn out after being used for a long time

To avoid this situation you need to regularly check and service your tires, especially before the trip. In addition, adjusted your tire pressure to the manufacturer's standard level, and perform monthly tire pressure test as well.

2. Failure to start the engine

People who are inexperience in driving are often embarrassed when the engine malfunctions, especially women. There are many possible reasons causing the system’s failure to start, such as breakdown of fuel lines, damaged electric generators or faulty fuel pumping systems. If you are moving and your car suddenly stops, you should not be too bewildered. Try switching to 0 level and restart the engine and then drive as normal. But if the car does not listen to you, keep braking and pull your car to the roadside gradually. You may lose the driving support force and it would be a bit heavier but you will still be able to control the car. Use emergency braking whenever you feel necessary.

3. Experience driving when the vehicle suddenly accelerates

Manufacturers have researched and pointed out that braking systems are not capable of making a car stop when gas pedals stuck and it is moving at a high speed on the road. This situation is very dangerous especially in the front you have obstacles. You need to brake calmly and stably. Absolutely do not hit the brakes too much or try to turn off the engine suddenly, as it will disable the power that can support your brakes and steering. Switch the shift stick to zero level.

This situation is very dangerous especially in the front you have obstacles

Do not worry if the engine rotation are abnormal, as modern vehicles are equipped with limited cruise control, which will give you the engine control back. Drive the vehicle to a safe place and then stop the vehicle by turning off the engine when the gearbox is at zero level. Finally, shift the stick to the P (parking) number and pull the emergency brake.

4. What should be prepared to deal with emergencies?

In addition to having proper driving experience, you should also prepare the following items to ensure your safe journey. Be careful, check regularly and make sure they work properly when you need them in an emergency case.

Be careful, check regularly and make sure they work properly when you need them in an emergency case

Please note and check that your current vehicle is missing!

• Fire extinguisher (multi-function, compact size)
• Mobile phones and chargers for cars
• Light warning, triangular hazard warning, or flares
• A car lift (if your car not equipped with run-flat tires)
• Heat-resistant foam for patching tires (in case your tire having small holes, but only for temporary repair).
• Flashlights are durable with rough weather
• Gloves, hand rinses, clean rags
• Information and contacts of car incident support services
• Exit equipment (for example, a key set with a sharp blade for cutting a seat belt and a sharp object to break a window).