What Should I Do If the Car in Front Reverses on the Ramp?
2 Answers
First, if the car in front is reversing, stop your car and honk to alert the vehicle ahead. Next, check both sides and the rear to find a way to go around. If there's no chance to go around and the car in front continues to reverse, turn off your engine, observe your surroundings, get out of the car, climb over the railing to escape outside the road, and call the police.
Having driven for over a decade, I've seen plenty of these sudden reverse situations. You need to immediately prepare both feet - left foot lightly on the brake, right foot ready to stomp hard if needed. Keep your eyes locked on the car in front while quickly hitting the horn with your fingers to alert them. Grip the steering wheel firmly but don't swerve, as there might be vehicles behind you. I always turn on the hazard lights to signal following cars while monitoring the rearview mirror. If safe, change lanes immediately; otherwise come to a complete stop until they finish reversing. These reckless drivers rushing to their doom are the worst - I've encountered three such incidents myself, each time slowing down and waiting until they finished their dangerous maneuver.