How should you respond if another vehicle may hit you at an intersection?

Slowing down and preparing to stop is the safest response if you anticipate that another vehicle may hit you at an intersection. This action gives you the opportunity to avoid a collision by assessing the situation and determining the best course of action. By reducing your speed, you can also react more effectively if the other driver fails to yield or continues forward.

In addition to preventing a potential accident, slowing down allows for better judgment in determining whether you need to come to a complete stop or find a safe way to navigate the intersection. It increases your chances of notice both to the other driver and to pedestrians or cyclists who may also be using the intersection.

Other options such as accelerating to pass through quickly or maintaining speed with the expectation of right-of-way carry unnecessary risks, as they do not account for the possibility of the other driver not yielding. Honking your horn might alert the other driver but does not guarantee their response, nor does it prevent a collision. Thus, slowing down and preparing to stop prioritizes safety in potentially hazardous situations.