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How do I recover from a gravel shoulder?
I am going on a road trip and I know there will be long stretches of highway with gravel shoulders. How do I get back on the road if I drive onto a gravel shoulder?
Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We’re glad you are here! Knowing how to recover from driving onto a gravel shoulder can prevent
serious car accidents
. Here’s what you should do to recover:- Don’t panic
- Hold your steering wheel tightly
- Steer straight ahead
- Stay on the shoulder
- Brake gently
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