How Do You Correct Understeer During Cornering?
• Decrease your speed. As you enter a corner, take your foot off the accelerator to decrease your speed. Lightly apply the brake, if necessary, to slow the vehicle more. • Let off the brake as you start into a corner or curve. Applying too much brake as you begin to steer into the corner can affect the steering arc. • Downshift your vehicle when you enter a curve. Downshifting helps to decrease speed and lessens the amount of torque dispelled from your engine. • Engage the clutch when cornering. Clutch engagement stops any forward motion from your engine and can cause you to decelerate. • Pay attention to road conditions on the curve and adjust your driving accordingly. • Slow down and steer away from oil spots in the road. Oil makes the road slick, which decreases the amount of traction on your tires. Slow down as much as possible if you cannot miss the oil. • Travel slowly on roads that are slick from rain or ice. All vehicles are apt to lose traction on slick roads, especially on cu
