spike strips
Pursuit-ending roadblock tool
Spike strips are devices placed across a road to puncture the tires of fleeing vehicles.
Law enforcement deploys them during pursuits to disable cars without direct collision: Police laid spike strips across the highway exit.
The hollow metal spikes deflate tires gradually rather than causing immediate blowouts, reducing crash risk.
Also called tire deflation devices or stop sticks.
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Wheel pressurizing device
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