If you find yourself in an emergency and cannot steer out of the way of a crash, what should you do?

In an emergency where steering away from a crash is not an option, using controlled braking is the safest action to take. This method allows you to maintain better control of the vehicle while decelerating, which can significantly reduce the impact force if a collision is unavoidable. Controlled braking involves applying the brakes firmly but not so hard that the wheels lock up, allowing the driver to retain some control over steering and direction even as the vehicle slows down.

Accelerating rapidly or steering aggressively may lead to loss of control, and making a U-turn is typically not a feasible or safe maneuver in emergency situations, particularly if a crash is imminent. Therefore, using controlled braking is considered the most prudent course of action to minimize potential harm during an unavoidable collision.