Throughout the second stage, the road is bordered by steep grassy banks. To get the best times here, use your brakes and try to avoid any mad jumps and stunts or you'll simply wreck the car. Turn on the car's lights to gain an advantage through the shadows of the trees and be wary of hitting high speeds for the start of the stage.
Keep your car on the road and on its wheels and you'll find yourself out in front in the rally.