In vehicle dynamics, how should a driver steer when their vehicle experiences rear-wheel oversteer (traseira a fugir)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Steer gently in the direction the rear of the car is sliding and
- Step 1: Oversteer correction. Step 2. Countersteering (contra-brecagem) aligns front wheels with the slide direction to catch the rear without over-correcting. Answer: Steer gently in the direction the rear of the car is sliding and avoid harsh braking. Why not the others: Turning opposite to slide exacerbates the spin; handbrakes lock the rear completely.
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