Driving down a mountain can be dangerous. if it's a manual car then stay in a low gear such as second or third. this will create a drag effect from the engine and not allow the car to speed up too much from gravity. if it's an automatic then put the selector into 'L' (for low gear) or '2'. Apply the brakes gently and intermittently Don't brake continuously as the brakes will heat up and not operate to full efficiency this is called brake fade.
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Enjoy the view, it is usually beautiful.
Answershould you ban drinking and drivingNo, you should the drink down before driving.
On your side of the road. If it is really narrow and you meet someone coming down you need to backup and pull over as much as possible.
On your side of the road. If it is really narrow and you meet someone coming down you need to backup and pull over as much as possible.
When you are driving up a steep upgrade/mountain like I did this weekend going to Brasstown Bald Mountain, GA in a 2003 Honda Civix EX Coupe.
gear down and use the motor to assist in braking
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Turn down your high beams and slow way down.
You should reverse down a steep incline (slope) when driving a forklift that has a load on the forks.
You should slow down, and always read any of the signs that are up.