What is the recommended action if you encounter a pothole?

When encountering a pothole, the most sensible and recommended action is to avoid it safely if doing so does not pose a risk to your vehicle or other road users. This approach prioritizes safety and minimizes potential damage to your vehicle, such as affecting the alignment or causing tire damage, which can occur when driving directly through a pothole.

It’s important to remain vigilant and assess the situation: if avoiding the pothole can be done safely, it’s the best choice. Steering away from the pothole also signals to other drivers that you are aware of road conditions and are taking proactive measures to maintain safety.

Additionally, while reporting a pothole to the municipality is a responsible action, it is generally something you would do after taking immediate measures to ensure your own safety while driving. Ignoring it or driving through it are both actions that can lead to negative consequences, including potential accidents or mechanical issues with your vehicle.