What are the emergency avoidance principles for highway driving?
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Highway driving emergency avoidance principles prioritize avoiding people over objects. Below are precautions for high-speed driving: 1. Regarding speed: (1) Novice drivers who feel uncertain should maintain speeds between 80~100 km/h on highways, with 90 km/h recommended as a constant speed. (2) When exiting the highway via ramps, apply brakes twice: first when seeing the 500m exit sign to reduce speed to 60~70 km/h, then again when entering the ramp to slow down to 40 km/h. 2. Regarding driving and lane changes: (1) Novice drivers should keep left turn signals constantly on (without hazard lights) and stay in the leftmost lane (overtaking lane), ignoring horn honks or flashing lights from following vehicles. (2) Generally avoid unnecessary lane changes - let faster vehicles pass from the right. When encountering slower vehicles occupying the fast lane, change lanes to overtake from the right.
After driving on highways for so many years, I believe the core of emergency avoidance is not to panic—staying calm is the first step. If your car has issues like a flat tire or malfunction, first stabilize the steering wheel without sudden turns, gradually slow down without slamming the brakes to avoid skidding or rear-end collisions. Then immediately turn on the hazard lights to warn following vehicles, and find an opportunity to coast onto the shoulder to stop. After safely coming to a complete stop, turn off the engine. Before exiting the car, check the mirrors to ensure safety, and it’s best to stand outside the guardrail or another safe spot. If you have a warning triangle, quickly place it 50 meters behind the car. Remember, personal safety comes first—never stay inside the vehicle. Call for roadside assistance or the police immediately. Regular vehicle inspections can prevent problems, and keeping emergency tools like a wrench or air pump handy can be a lifesaver in critical moments.
