» If your wheels run off the pavement, you should:

If your wheels run off the pavement, you should:

Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down and steer toward the road.
Turn the steering wheel sharply to the left to get back on the road.
Slam on the brakes immediately to stop.
Accelerate to regain control of the vehicle quickly.
Explanation

If your wheels drift off the pavement onto the shoulder, stay calm and slow down gradually. Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and avoid overcorrecting. Once you've reduced speed, check your mirrors for traffic. When it's safe, gently steer back onto the road. Rushing or jerking the wheel could cause you to lose control or collide with another vehicle.

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