Strong wind driving — Arizona Permit Test

To gain more control over your vehicle in a strong wind, slow down.

A gust pushes a fast car farther before you can steer back. At lower speed the same push moves you less.

To gain more control over your vehicle in a strong wind, slow down.

When coming out of a protected area into open space, be alert for crosswinds that can push you to the side or middle of the road.

Hills or buildings can shelter you from the wind until the moment you pass them. Then a gust can shove you into the next lane.

If you are approaching an open space after driving in a protected area, be alert for crosswinds that will push you to the side or middle of the road.

Wind is very dangerous if you are driving a camper or large recreational vehicle, or towing a trailer.

Tall, flat sides catch the wind like a sail. A trailer can sway or be pushed out of your lane.

Wind is very dangerous if you are driving a camper or large recreational vehicle, or if you are towing a trailer.

When a truck or bus passes you on the left while you tow a trailer, move as far right in your lane as possible and slow down.

The gust off a big truck can make a trailer sway or jackknife. Extra room and less speed keep it in line.

When a truck or bus is passing you on the left, move as far as possible to the right of your lane and slow down.

A tailwind will increase your speed, so you must slow down and begin braking earlier to stop.

With the wind at your back the car wants to keep going. Brake at your usual spot and you may roll past where you meant to stop.

A tailwind will increase your speed, so you will have to decelerate and begin braking earlier to stop.

What should you do to gain more control of your vehicle in a strong wind?

Slow down. A gust pushes a fast car farther before you can steer back. At lower speed the same push moves you less. Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide, p.54: “To gain more control over your vehicle in a strong wind, slow down.”