How should a driver conduct himself when another vehicle suddenly emerges in his driving lane from the opposite direction, heading towards him?
- Swerve to the left and drive on the opposite lane, which is currently free.
- Honk and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.
- Correct answer: Slow down, pull as far right as possible and even pull onto the “hard shoulder” if necessary.
- Turn on his high beam and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down, pull as far right as possible and even pull onto the “hard shoulder” if necessary.
When a vehicle comes at you in your lane, act yourself to avoid a head-on collision rather than relying on the other driver to correct. Slowing down and moving right, even onto the hard shoulder, increases the gap. Swerving left is dangerous, since the other driver may return to his own lane at the same moment. Honking or flashing the high beam won't ensure he reacts in time.