Question 8119
When passing large vehicles, why is wind from the right dangerous?
- Because it does not let me see the roadway.
- Because I can lose control of the vehicle and run off the roadway.
- Because it slows my vehicle down and does not let me pass.
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because I can lose control of the vehicle and run off the roadway.
With wind from the right, you keep the steering wheel turned slightly to that side. When you pull alongside the truck, it blocks the wind and your car suddenly moves toward it. Once you pass it, the wind pushes you sideways again and you could run off the roadway. In the image, the arrows show the wind coming from the right, and the red passenger car is approaching the truck in the left lane.