If your wheels drop off the pavement edge, you should:
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Stop.
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Turn back onto the roadway immediately.
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Turn gradually back onto the roadway when safe.
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Accelerate quickly to regain control.
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Explanation
When your vehicle's wheels drop off the pavement edge, it's important to maintain control and safely maneuver back onto the roadway. The correct procedure involves several steps: grip the wheel firmly to maintain control, ease off the gas pedal to reduce speed, and gently apply the brakes if necessary. After ensuring there is no traffic behind you, gradually steer your vehicle back onto the pavement.
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