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Reduce speed.
Reduce and adapt speed, keep enough following distance and use smooth inputs. This leaves more room to respond to wind changes; it does not guarantee eliminating gusts or their force. Do not follow another vehicle closely to seek its slipstream. If you cannot maintain safe control, find a safe place to stop.
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Increase speed.
Reduce speed.
Drive very close to the vehicle in front to take advantage of the slipstream.
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