Defensive Driving Flashcards
What to do if being passed by another vehicle
Stay in the proper lane; slow down to make the pass easier.
When are roads most slippery
During the first few minutes of rainfall.
How do you test brakes in a water puddle
Pump them
What do you do for city driving?
Drive more slowly and be more careful of less vehicle vehicles and pedestrians
How do you react to skids
Take your foot OFF the gas pedal.Turn in the direction the REAR of the vehicle is skidding
What do you do if you drift off the roadway
- Slow down
- Regain control
- Turn the wheel slowly towards the roadway
What do you do if the brake fails
- Shift to a lower gear
- Pump the brakes several times
If your tire blows out you should:
GRADUALLY remove foot from the gas pedal
Do Not use the brakes
If your gas pedal sticks, you should
Shift to neutral gear and calmly steer vehicle to a safe area off the roadway
