Safety margins

You are towing a caravan and it begins to snake (swing from side to side). What should you do?

Brake hard at once to stop the swinging
Ease off the accelerator and slow down gently
Correct
Steer sharply against the swing
Speed up to pull the caravan straight

Why?

Rule 250 of The Highway Code says if a trailer or caravan starts to snake, ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently. Do not brake harshly or steer sharply, as that can make the swinging worse.

Highway Code rule 250

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