Abstract
This paper presents an overview of research relating to tire-related accident studies and case studies in evaluating specific accident situations where tire disablements were also encountered. The paper also presents a comprehensive examination of selected accidents following tire disablements. Tire disablements include blowouts, tread separations, punctures, airouts, etc.on is presented as well as results of full-scale tests where tread separations were induced. In this manner, vehicle transient response during tire disablements is also discussed. The paper also addresses warning signs preceding tire disablements that often accompany tread separation, and the human response in these situations. (A)