Winter and emergenciesQuestion 295 of 345

You are stuck in deep snow. What can you try?

  1. Spin the wheels hard
  2. Shift gears while the wheels spin
  3. Rock the vehicle forward and back
  4. Shift to a higher gear and accelerate hard
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Correct answer: Rock the vehicle forward and back

Gentle forward and reverse movements build momentum. Stop the wheels before you change gear.

Source: Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook (SGI, 2026-27), 6.8 Winter driving, page 145

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026