A blown truck tire can lead to devastating crashes. InvestigateTV+ has looked into the frequency of tire failures in deadly wrecks and potential safety changes. According to their findings, hundreds of fatal large truck crashes over three years, including 2023, were blamed on tire problems.

This issue highlights a safety tech gap, particularly for big-rig trucks. The ability of a large truck to stop safely can be affected by improper tires. Further details on this issue and related stories are available from InvestigateTV+, including the stories of a mother of three who survived septic shock and volunteers helping children in hospitals.