What measure must the driver of a heavy vehicle take to keep the vehicle on its course in the presence of crosswinds or strong gusts?

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Crosswinds, especially when they come in the form of intermittent gusts, pose a critical risk for heavy vehicles because of their large side surface (sail effect). To keep the vehicle on its course and stable, the driver must hold the steering wheel firmly, gently correct the steering against the force of the wind and, above all, reduce speed. Reducing speed gives the driver more time and space to correct the course in response to a gust and makes it easier to maintain control of the vehicle. By contrast, braking abruptly can completely destabilize the combined vehicle and cause jackknifing or a rollover, while increasing speed dangerously increases aerodynamic instability.

What measure must the driver of a heavy vehicle take to keep the vehicle on its course in the presence of crosswinds or strong gusts?

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