Geared to Go A Workbook for Coaching New Drivers

11• Return to the pavement gradually once the vehicle has slowed down considerably.• Be careful not to over steer the vehicle. This increases the possibility of losing control or ending up inthe oncoming lane of traffic.• Straighten the tires and resume speed once the vehicle is safely on the pavement.SkidsMost skids occur as a result of driver error, such as:• turning too sharply.• turning at unsafe speeds.• braking too hard.• accelerating too quickly.• poor anticipation – not looking and planning ahead.Skid recoveryIn a skid always steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go.Stay Safe - Wheel Lock UpThe most efficient braking occurs just before the wheels lock up. Do not push so hard on the brakesthat wheel lock up occurs. If the wheels should lock, release pressure on the brake pedal and reapplywith lighter pressure.88