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Dania Beach truck accidents involving tire defects usually make the news. Not only are tire defects a common known cause of truck accidents, but truck accidents tend to be more serious – and are more likely to be fatal — than many smaller vehicle crashes. However, many Florida and Dania Beach car accidents are also caused by defective tires. Single-vehicle accidents and even more serious multi-car accidents can be caused by several tire problems:

1) Tire wear-and-tear and tire bald spots. With high mileage, tires can eventually wear down and break down. For this reason, it is important for drivers to check their tires often. It is especially important to check tires frequently for loss of treads. Treads are what help the tire grip the road, and when treads are worn, Dania Beach traffic accidents are more common, especially in wet conditions. Wear and tear can also eventually cause the tire to burst or fail, so it is important to consider the age and the wear on the tires.

2) Older tires. The rubber that tires are made of ages and deteriorates, even when it is not used. This can especially be the case in Florida and in Dania Beach, where high temperatures can allow the rubber to deteriorate even more quickly. All tires have a code on them, which can allow you to evaluate how old the tire is. You can contact the manufacturer to determine how old your tires are and whether they are still safe.

3) Wrong size tires. Incorrectly sized tires – even one tire that is the wrong size – can throw your vehicle off balance, increasing your risk of a Dania Beach rollover accident or car accident. One thing that many drivers do not think of, for instance, is the spare tire in their trunk. If you get a flat tire and put on your spare, in many cases the spare tire is a smaller size. The aim of the spare tire is to get you to a mechanic or auto shop to get a new tire. You should never drive around on this spare tire, as it is not the correct size and intention for that tire.

4) Under inflation or over inflation. A tire that is overinflated or underinflated is more likely to blow out or fail on the road. A simple pressure gauge is very inexpensive and allows you to check your own tire pressure yourself as needed. Checking your tire pressure lets you top up air in your tires when you need it, which also allows you to enjoy better mileage for your fuel.

5) Poor alignment. Incorrectly maintained and aligned tires can fail, so it is important to have them aligned periodically, especially when you switch tires or get a new set of tires for your car.

6) Defective tires. In some cases, manufacturers create tires which are defective. Checking for recalls periodically is important. However, even if a tire has not been recalled yet, that does not necessarily mean that there aren’t defects with a tire that have caused known problems. In many cases, Dania Beach tire defect cases only come to light after a certain number of people have been injured. If you suspect that you were involved in a car collision because of a tire defect, speak to a Dania Beach personal injury attorney. A good attorney can determine whether the tire manufacturer is a liable party in your case.

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Florida truck accidents caused by tire blowouts are often in the news, because these types of accidents tend to be very destructive. However, passenger car drivers also need to worry about car blowouts. While blowouts on large trucks are more destructive because of the pressure and force of the large vehicle, passenger car tires also fail regularly and this can cause Florida car accidents.

In fact, passenger drivers may be more at risk when their own tires blowout. Most passenger car drivers do not receive the same extensive training that truck drivers do and may have less driving experience, so they are less prepared for a tire blowout than commercial truck driver. As well, tire blowouts often frighten drivers and force drivers to respond very quickly. In most cases, drivers will slam on their brakes or move their wheels suddenly when they feel or hear a tire blowout. This can make it even harder to control the car. Experts advise that there are many things that passenger car drivers can do to make tire blowouts less likely to lead to an accident:

1) Take excellent care of your tires. Check pressure and traction regularly and have your tires aligned and maintained regularly by a trusted mechanic. When buying new tires, check to make sure that the brand and model you are buying have not been recalled (this is especially important if you are buying tires second-hand). As well, check the date the tires were manufactured. Some tires sold as “new” have been in storage for some time and may not be as safe as newer tires, since rubber can disintegrate, especially when kept in a hot warehouse.

2) If your tire does suddenly deflate, do not slam on the brakes. Your car will lose traction, so it is important to maintain your speed rather than making a drastic change. Keep both hands on the wheel to maintain better control of your vehicle.

3) Gently counter-steer. The damaged tire will drag, making you drift into an oncoming lane. To avoid a head-on Florida car crash, compensate for this with your steering, but avoid making any sudden or jerky movements with the wheel, as your car is losing traction.

4) If you feel you have the car under control, drop your speed gradually so that you can pull over. Put on your flashers and contact a tow truck for help.

5) In many cases, blown tires are caused by drivers driving over something sharp. Maintaining a good distance from the car in front of you and driving alert can help you spot objects on the road and steer to avoid them.

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