If an approaching vehicle is heading toward you in your lane and a crash seems likely, you should:
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Reduce speed and keep to the right.
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Sound your horn and steer to the left.
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Sound your horn and keep to the right, or even drive off the road.
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Flash your emergency lights.
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Explanation
If an oncoming vehicle is heading toward you in your lane, use your horn to get the driver’s attention and warn them of your presence. If a crash seems unavoidable, take evasive action to prevent a head-on collision. Move to the right, even if it means driving off the road, and steer away from oncoming traffic.
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