What is the proper approach to a curve in terms of speed?

• A. Speed up to maintain momentum.
• B. Maintain current speed.
• C. Slow to a safe speed before entering the curve.
• D. Stop before entering.

Answer: (C)

Approaching a curve, slow to a safe speed before entering. Reducing speed ahead gives you better control through the bend, lets you judge how sharp the turn is and what’s happening on the road, and keeps the tires within their grip so you can steer smoothly. Entering at higher speed makes it easier to lose traction or run wide, and you’ll have less time to react to hazards or adjust your line. Braking inside the curve is harder on the tires and can destabilize the vehicle, so decelerating before you begin the turn is the safer choice. Maintaining the same speed or stopping beforehand would either exceed what the curve allows or create a dangerous situation for drivers behind you. After you’ve eased through the curve, you can accelerate gently as you straighten out.