Fairburn Auto Repair

A deer appears near the edge of the headlights. Before you finish deciding whether it will stay there, it steps into the lane. The immediate task is controlling the car. In passenger vehicles, firm braking and a controlled path usually yield a better outcome than a reflexive swerve into oncoming traffic, a tree, or another vehicle. What happens next depends on the space available and whether an impact occurs. Watch Beyond the Center of Your Lane Scan the road edges as well as the pavement ahead, especially where trees, brush, or open land meet the road. An animal standing beside the lane is already a reason to ease off and prepare to slow. Low light makes that scan harder. Use headlights based on road conditions and surrounding traffic, and slow down when your view is limited. Around Fairburn, a familiar road still needs a fresh look at dusk. Knowing its curves doesn't tell you what is standing beyond the next one. Brake Firmly Without a Sudden Swerve ... read more