What is the correct response if your vehicle is drifting off the roadway?

The appropriate action when your vehicle is drifting off the roadway is to steer gently back onto the road without overreacting. This response is effective because it allows the driver to regain control in a calm and measured manner. Sudden or excessive steering can lead to loss of control and may cause the vehicle to swerve dangerously, potentially leading to a rollover or collision.

Maintaining a steady grip on the steering wheel and making gentle adjustments helps the driver to realign the vehicle safely with the road. This technique avoids overcorrection, which often exacerbates the situation and can result in skidding or further drifting.

Other responses, such as turning sharply to avoid the edge, can lead to skidding or losing control of the vehicle. Accelerating in this situation would be hazardous, as it could also lead to a loss of control. Putting the vehicle in neutral is not a viable solution, as it would eliminate engine power, making it more difficult to steer the vehicle back onto the road safely.