The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is advising drivers how to respond when debris or another sudden hazard appears in the road.
Drivers operating vehicles with an anti-lock braking system should press and hold the brake pedal firmly during emergency braking. The brakes should not be pumped.
If steering is needed to avoid a hazard, drivers should steer smoothly while braking and move toward a clear path. Sudden or excessive steering could cause the driver to lose control or leave the road.
Anti-lock brakes help prevent the wheels from locking, allowing drivers to maintain steering control while braking.
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