When making a turn, what should you do with your speed?

When making a turn, reducing speed before entering the turn is essential for maintaining control and safety. Lowering your speed allows you to navigate the turn more smoothly and reduces the risk of losing traction, which can occur if you attempt to turn at a high speed. Additionally, reducing speed helps to ensure that you can react appropriately to any unexpected hazards or obstacles that may be present in the roadway.

Maintaining the same speed or increasing speed during a turn can lead to a loss of control, which is particularly critical for commercial drivers who may be operating larger vehicles that require more space and have different handling characteristics compared to standard passenger vehicles. Turning without changing speed can also be dangerous, as it does not account for the natural need to adjust for centrifugal force and the vehicle’s momentum during the maneuver. Adjusting your speed appropriately before a turn is a fundamental aspect of safe driving practices.