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Threat of a Side-Impact Collision

Take these actions if you are threatened with a side-impact collision:

  1. Brake or accelerate quickly. Do whichever seems more likely to reduce the impact of the collision.
  2. Sound the horn to alert the other driver.
  3. Change lanes or swerve away from the impact. Be aware of the constantly changing traffic situation around you.

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