If you leave the road, what is the best course of action before returning to the highway?

The best course of action before returning to the highway after leaving the road is to try to stop before coming back onto the highway. This approach ensures safety by allowing you to assess the situation and make necessary adjustments. Stopping provides an opportunity to check for oncoming traffic and clear any obstacles before re-entering the road. It also helps to gather your bearings and regain control of the vehicle.

Attempting to immediately return to the road or accelerating back onto the highway can lead to increased risk of accidents, as you may misjudge the speed or distance of oncoming vehicles. Continuing to drive off-road is also unsafe and could result in a loss of control or damage to the vehicle. Therefore, coming to a complete stop provides the safest and most responsible way to rejoin the highway.