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Reduce the speed.
Wind is very dangerous for traffic, and this danger increases as speed increases. Therefore, to counteract its effects, the first measure to take is to moderate the speed. In addition, the steering wheel must be held firmly, especially when overtaking other vehicles, and the safety distance from vehicles travelling ahead must be increased.
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Reduce the speed.
Drive very close to the vehicle ahead to take advantage of the slipstream.
Increase the speed.
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