If your wheels drop off the pavement onto the shoulder of the road, you should:
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Stop your car on the side of the road.
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Maintain your current speed and turn onto the pavement.
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Immediately come to a complete stop, then quickly turn back onto the pavement.
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Slow down and carefully turn back onto the pavement.
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Explanation
If your vehicle’s wheels drift off the pavement onto the shoulder of the road, it's important to avoid panicked steering. Hold the steering wheel tightly so your vehicle doesn't swerve, ease up on the gas pedal and brake gently. After checking for traffic behind you, gradually turn back onto the road.
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