Safe drivingQuestion 122 of 288

How should you drive on a gravel road?

  1. Drive faster to stay on top.
  2. Brake hard to test the surface.
  3. Slow down, because braking is harder.
  4. Keep your usual speed.
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Correct answer: Slow down, because braking is harder.

Loose surfaces reduce grip. A lower speed helps you keep control.

Source: Driver's Handbook (Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, January 2025), Gravel and other loose surfaces, page 62

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026