If a big game animal like a moose runs in front of your vehicle, what should you do?

In the event that a large game animal, such as a moose, unexpectedly enters the path of your vehicle, the best course of action is to brake but not swerve. This approach is grounded in safety principles to minimize risk in a high-stress situation.

Braking allows the driver to reduce speed and decrease the impact force if a collision is unavoidable. Many crashes with large animals result from swerving as it can lead to losing control of the vehicle, leading to more severe accidents, such as colliding with other vehicles or roadside obstacles.

It's also important to consider that large animals like moose can be unpredictable. By maintaining a straight course rather than swerving, drivers are more likely to keep control of their vehicle and avoid overturning or veering into oncoming traffic.

In summary, the best action to take in this scenario is to brake while steering steadily in the current direction, prioritizing control and reducing speed to handle the situation safely.