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3. If you must brake in the curve, apply the brakes gradually until you are sure it is safe to keep continuous pressure on the brake pedal; 

4. Begin to turn the vehicle just prior to the point where the road begins to turn; and 

5. Stay on your side of the road and drive as far to the right as you can. 

## If you encounter a curve while traveling downhill: 

1. Consider the pull of gravity; 

2. Shift to a lower gear before moving downhill; and 

3. Begin to brake earlier and approach the curve more slowly than you would on a level roadway. 

## Turning 

For right turns, stay close to the right edge of the road, so that another vehicle cannot move between your vehicle and the curb. Reduce the vehicle’s speed before making the turn and then accelerate slightly. 

Motorcycles and bicycles are especially hard to see during a turn. Always give the proper signal and look before turning to make sure that you can turn safely. 

## Following 

Following too closely is a leading cause of traffic crashes. Maintain plenty of space between your vehicle and the one ahead. If the vehicle ahead stops suddenly, you will need time to react. On the open road, keep enough distance between you and the vehicle ahead so that a passing vehicle can safely move into and occupy the space. Remember to follow the “two-second rule.” 

## The Two-Second Rule 

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The “two-second rule” says that you should allow two seconds between the time the vehicle ahead of you passes a given point and the time your vehicle reaches the same point. 

## Changing Lanes 

On a highway with multiple lanes of traffic, check the lane you are changing to, as well as the lane beyond, to be certain that another vehicle is not planning to move into the same space. 

## Important rules about changing lanes: 

• Check the side and rear-view mirrors; 

• Check over your shoulder to be certain the blind spot is clear; 

• Signal your intended movement in advance; and 

• Proceed with changing lanes. 

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