NEVER panic behind the wheel of a motor vehicle or you will likely lose control in an emergency situation and end up dead. I don't get credit for much from the ball and chain, but I have mad driving skills and once again likely saved all our lives being cool and calm under pressure. You have to feel the road through the steering wheel and floor pedals to avoid sudden jerking motions that tend to result in bigger uncontrollable reactions. Also, constantlly know your surroundings so you know where you can and cannot swerve to in an emergency without even needing to look.