A crosswind gust hits your car on an exposed road. What should you do?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Hold the wheel firmly and ease off speed gradually
- Step 1: Crosswinds push the car sideways. Step 2. Steer calmly and reduce speed. Answer: Hold the wheel firmly and ease off speed gradually. Why not the others: Brake hard: this unsettles the car. Swerve to the right: this may put you into oncoming traffic. Let go of the wheel: you lose control.
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