Big rig tire blowouts can lead to serious accidents, making it important to keep up with preventive measures such as regular tire maintenance. But if your semi truck blows out a tire and you end up stuck on the side of the highway, then you need someone to show up quickly to get you back on the road. At Blue Gray Towing, we provide fast 24/7 heavy duty towing in the greater Hagerstown, MD area.

What are common sources of semi truck tire blowouts?

When tire tread is significantly worn down, semi truck tires are more susceptible to becoming punctured and then blowing out. Prior to setting out on a long-distance drive, it’s very important to check your tires for indications of wear and tear—such as cracking and/or low tread—that could increase the risk of a blowout due to puncturing.

Under-inflated tires can also heighten the risk of a blowout. Before you head out, it’s important to make sure that your truck’s tires are inflated to the required psi. When carrying extremely heavy cargo across expansive distances, under-inflated tires might flex excessively, which could lead to a blowout occurring.

Potholes can also make blowouts more likely to happen, especially when trucks go over them at high speeds. It’s also worth keeping in mind that potholes don’t always cause immediate blowouts, but they can still harm the tire’s condition, making it more likely that a blowout will occur sometime in the near future.

Blazing hot weather can also increase the chances of a blowout. When road surfaces are super hot, the truck’s tires can become more prone to overheating. In turn, there’s a greater risk of a blowout, especially if the tires are already in rough condition.

24/7 Semi Truck Towing in Hagerstown, MD 

When you need heavy duty towing in Hagerstown, MD and the surrounding area, contact Blue Gray Towing at (301) 241-7461. We’ll show up ASAP to get you out of harm’s way!