Why is it advised not to shut off the engine in the event of a jammed gas pedal?

• Shutting off the engine increases steering control.
• Shutting off the engine reduces the risk of a collision.
• Shutting off the engine may cause a loss of steering ability.
  Explanation:

  "It's advised not to shut off the engine in the event of a jammed gas pedal because shutting off the engine may cause a loss of steering ability. Modern vehicles often have power steering systems that rely on the engine running to function properly. If you turn off the engine, you could lose the power assist, making it much harder to steer the vehicle."
• Shutting off the engine has no impact on vehicle control.