What to Do When Brakes Fail at High Speed?
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When a vehicle experiences brake failure at high speed, the first step is to turn on the hazard lights to alert following vehicles to maintain a safe distance and avoid secondary accidents. Below is a detailed explanation: 1. Turn on the hazard lights to alert following vehicles to maintain a safe distance and avoid secondary accidents. At this point, observe the road conditions and avoid areas with heavy traffic. Generally, other vehicles will yield when they see the hazard lights. 2. Look for an emergency lane or a runaway truck ramp. Many highways have designated deceleration zones for vehicles with brake failure or other malfunctions. 3. If brakes fail at high speed, remain calm, grip the steering wheel firmly with both hands, and maintain control of the vehicle. For manual transmission vehicles, downshift from high to low gear to use engine braking to slow the vehicle. Many automatic transmission vehicles also have a manual mode. 4. In case of an emergency requiring rapid deceleration, highways often have emergency lanes. Once the speed has reduced slightly, carefully guide the right side of the vehicle close to the guardrail to use friction to further slow down. This requires skilled driving technique, as improper operation may cause loss of control and lead to more severe consequences.
