Driving Lesson - Emergency Stop

Avoiding

• Concentration
• Planning - MSPSL
• Anticipation
• Correct speed

Quick Reactions

• No mirrors

Braking

• Firm progressive braking
• Avoid skidding
• ABS

Steering

• Both hands firmly on wheel
  • May pull under harsh braking – especially if wet
• Only steer if absolutely necessary

Clutch

• Press down just before stopping
  • Use maximum engine braking

Secure Car

• Handbrake
• Neutral
• Release pedals

Moving Off

• Observation
  • Six point check
  • Could be in middle of road

When NOT to do Emergency Stop

• Missed junction
• See friends
• Rabbits/Pheasants etc...
  • Dangerous to other road users

In Event of a Skid

• See Diagram

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