Highway and Expressway Driving Flashcards

On a Manitoba highway, what should you do if you experience a tire blowout?

Answer: Grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and gradually steer to the shoulder without braking suddenly

During a tire blowout, you should hold the steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the accelerator, and let the vehicle slow gradually. Do not brake suddenly as this can cause a loss of control. Carefully steer to the shoulder.

What is the danger of driving in the blind spot of a large truck on a Manitoba highway?

Answer: The truck driver cannot see you, which increases the risk of a lane-change collision

Large trucks have significant blind spots on all four sides — especially on the right side and directly behind. If you cannot see the truck driver's mirrors, they likely cannot see you. Pass trucks quickly and avoid lingering alongside them.

On a Manitoba highway, what should you do if you see an animal on or near the road?

Answer: Slow down, scan for more animals, and be prepared to stop

When you see wildlife near a Manitoba highway, slow down and be alert for additional animals — deer and moose often travel in groups. Do not swerve sharply, as this can cause a rollover or collision with other vehicles.

What is 'highway hypnosis' and how can you prevent it on long Manitoba highway drives?

Answer: A drowsy, trance-like state from long monotonous driving — prevent it by taking breaks, varying speed, and staying mentally engaged

Highway hypnosis is a dangerous condition where monotonous driving leads to reduced awareness. Prevent it by taking regular breaks (every 2 hours), varying your speed slightly, opening a window, and staying mentally engaged.

On a Manitoba highway, how should you pass a slower vehicle safely?

Answer: Signal, check mirrors and blind spots, move to the left lane, pass, then signal and return to the right lane when you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror

Safe passing requires signalling your intention, checking mirrors and blind spots, moving to the passing lane, completing the pass, then signalling and returning to the right lane when you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a Manitoba highway?

Answer: Safely pull onto the shoulder as far right as possible, activate hazard lights, and place emergency markers if available

If your vehicle breaks down, safely pull as far onto the right shoulder as possible. Activate your hazard lights, raise the hood if safe, and place reflective triangles or flares behind the vehicle. Stay in the vehicle if there is no safe place to stand outside.