How To Control or Adjust Speed

A practical guide to selecting and maintaining a safe speed while responding smoothly to changing road and traffic conditions.

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Learning Objectives

Maintain a stable speed
adjust before hazards and turns
use smooth acceleration and braking.

Ontario Learning Notes

Posted limits are maximums under ideal conditions, not target speeds in every situation. Adjust for weather, visibility, traffic, road design and vulnerable road users.

Key Takeaways

Read the road early
ease off before braking
complete most slowing before a turn
match speed to conditions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Driving only by the speedometer
braking late
accelerating through uncertainty
travelling too slowly without reason and disrupting traffic.

Quick Knowledge Check

1. What is one key objective when practising "How To Control or Adjust Speed"?

Maintain a stable speed

2. What is a common mistake learner drivers should avoid here?

Driving only by the speedometer

3. What does Ontario driving guidance say about this skill?

Posted limits are maximums under ideal conditions, not target speeds in every situation. Adjust for weather, visibility, traffic, road design and vulnerable road users.

Editorial & Safety Review

Driviology Content Team (Top 15 editorial review) reviewed this page on July 29, 2026. Driving rules and best practices can change - always confirm current requirements with the official Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Driver's Handbook and your licensed instructor before your road test.

Sources & Disclaimer

Featured video: How To Control Your Speed by Conduite Facile. This video is publicly available on YouTube and is embedded here for educational reference only under YouTube's standard embed terms. Driviology does not claim ownership of, host, or re-upload this content.