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How should you negotiate a bend when driving a truck?

How should you negotiate a bend when driving a truck?
Explanation

Correct answer: By smoothly adjusting the trajectory, taking the bend into account.

A heavy goods vehicle, due to its mass and high centre of gravity, is particularly susceptible to a loss of stability on bends. Abrupt steering movements may lead to the semi-trailer jack-knifing or even the vehicle overturning. Therefore, smoothly correcting the vehicle's path in line with the road's curvature is crucial to maintain grip and safely negotiate the bend.