Warning sign
Steep hill downwards
This warning triangle tells you the road ahead falls away steeply. A plate showing the gradient as a percentage (for example 1:10 or 10%) tells you how steep the descent is.
When you see it
- ◆ Select a lower gear before the hill to use engine braking on the way down.
- ◆ Avoid riding the brakes continuously, which can make them overheat and fade.
- ◆ Keep your speed under control and leave extra room to stop.
- ◆ Watch for runaway lorries and slow-moving heavy vehicles on the descent.