When approaching a steep downhill grade, shifting into a lower gear helps to use engine braking to control your speed, reducing the need to rely heavily on the brakes, which can overheat and become less effective.
If your vehicle begins to skid, you should steer in the direction you want to go and gently ease off the accelerator. Avoid slamming on the brakes or making sharp turns, as these actions can make the skid worse.
To safely change lanes, check your mirrors to ensure no vehicles are in your blind spots, use your turn signal to indicate your intention, and look over your shoulder to verify that the lane is clear before making the move.
To parallel park, pull up alongside the space, align your vehicle with the space, turn the steering wheel sharply to back into the space, and adjust as needed to fit properly within the lines.
Cruise control helps maintain a constant speed without the need to keep your foot on the accelerator. This can be useful for long highway drives to reduce driver fatigue and maintain consistent speed, but it should be used cautiously in varying traffic conditions.
