When slowing before sharp turn what can you do to gain added control?

In a manual /stick shifter drop down a gear to compliment braking action. Example.. while driving the wife last week collecting her as her car was off the road, we had to drive 300 yds down a sharp incline to make a 90 degree left turn at the bottom. Losing control as I braked, I dropped my auto trans 2 gears then applied light brake pressure, regaining control and making the stop. Ok its prob not the same as I think your talking more bout good blacktop and a right turn at say reg speed. But the theory is the same.. drop a gear helps slow..

A2: You should always accelerate slightly immediately after braking, and into the curve. Power to the wheels is control; it adds purchase, like sailing a powerboat into the wind. Braking is a loss of control.