Chapter 14 Insights

Driving techniques · 76 insights

#51If we have to start our vehicle with snow on the road, which gear should we use?

Use a high gear to start on snow to prevent wheel skidding.

#52By how much can the braking distance increase on ice?

Braking distance on ice can increase up to 10 times.

#53Which of the following is a recommended measure for fuel saving?

Switch off the engine during prolonged stops to conserve fuel.

#54How will we act if our vehicle skids?

Stop braking immediately if your vehicle skids to regain control.

#55If our vehicle skids at the rear, what should we do?

Turn the steering wheel toward the direction of a rear skid.

#56When does aquaplaning occur?

Aquaplaning occurs when driving at high speeds in rain.

#57When will the road surface be most slippery?

Roads are most slippery when it starts to rain after dry spells.

#58If your vehicle has ABS, in an emergency braking situation you must...

Press the brake and clutch pedals simultaneously in an ABS emergency.

#59When is the wind most dangerous?

Gusty crosswinds are the most dangerous for vehicle stability.

#60When the vehicle's brakes get wet...

Wet brakes increase braking distance; test brakes after wet conditions.

#61Will each driver's particular way of driving influence the vehicle's fuel consumption?

Driving style significantly influences fuel consumption; drive smoothly.

#62If, when fully pressing the brake of a vehicle equipped with ABS, we feel vibrations in the pedal, what should we do?

Continue pressing the brake if ABS activates and pedal vibrates.

#63If our vehicle skids when taking a curve, how should we act?

Never brake during a skid; maintain control by steering.

#64How will we use the interior rear-view mirror?

Check the rear-view mirror frequently but briefly while driving.

#65In case the vehicle skids from the rear, what will we do?

Turn the steering wheel towards the skid if the vehicle skids.

#66How shall we proceed in case of skidding?

Do not brake when skidding to regain traction.

#67What gear should we use to start the vehicle on ice or snow?

Use the highest gear possible to start on ice or snow.

#68When driving with ice on the road, the braking distance...

Braking distance on ice can be up to 10 times greater.

#69A good technique to apply when going through a curve is...

Brake before entering a curve and accelerate smoothly out.

#70When driving in an acceleration lane, the driver must accelerate until reaching the appropriate speed...

Accelerate to the appropriate speed by the end of the acceleration lane.

#71When leaving a motorway or dual carriageway, should driving be readjusted to the characteristics of conventional roads?

Readjust speed when leaving motorways to match conventional roads.

#72When taking a curve while driving a 3- or 4-wheeled vehicle, should the driver lean their body in the direction of the curve?

Lean in curves only when riding 2-wheeled vehicles.

#73If our vehicle gets stuck in the snow, how can we get it moving again?

Use the highest gear and accelerate gently to get unstuck in snow.

#74When is rain most dangerous?

Rain is most dangerous when it first begins to fall.

#75What is the most frequent cause of skidding?

Abrupt braking is the most common cause of skidding.

#76Does rain affect driving?

Rain wets the road and reduces tyre grip, doubling braking distance compared to dry conditions.