Commercial Driver's License

Category - Emergencies

Generally speaking, if an approaching vehicle is drifting into your lane, you should:
  1. Steer into his lane so his vehicle can use your lane.
  2. Steer toward your right.
  3. Honk your horn and flash your lights but stay where you are on the roadway.
  4. Downshift and hit the brakes hard.
Explanation
Answer: B - If an approaching vehicle drifts into your lane, your first response should be to steer toward your right side. The natural reaction of a driver who has drifted into approaching traffic lanes is to steer back into their lane. If you steer into their lane, you risk a head-on collision. Honking and flashing lights may be useful tools if there is time, but do not rely on them to be your best means of avoiding a crash. Downshifting and slowing are also useful tools but may not be enough to avoid contact. Be ready to move to your right side if another driver is heading toward your vehicle.
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