What should you do if a vehicle is approaching head-on in your lane?
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Turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.
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Come to a complete stop and use your horn to warn the vehicles behind you.
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Pull over to the left and use your emergency lights to stop the other driver.
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Decrease speed, pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other driver.
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Explanation
If you see a vehicle coming toward you in your lane, immediately sound your horn to alert the other driver. Slow down right away and do everything possible to avoid a collision. Steer to the right side of the road, and if necessary, drive off the roadway to avoid the oncoming vehicle.
Do not swerve left into the other lane. The oncoming driver may realize their mistake and try to return to their lane, putting you directly in their path.
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