When does aquaplaning occur?
A)When driving in rain with slightly worn tyre tread.
B)When driving at high speed in rain, even if the tyre tread is in good condition.Correct
One of the most dangerous effects caused by rain is known as aquaplaning. It can occur when driving at a certain speed over sections of road with accumulated water.
The function of the tyre tread is to expel water towards the sides of the wheel, thereby clearing the rolling area, which is what provides grip to the vehicle. When the tyre tread is unable to evacuate the amount of accumulated water, the tyre loses contact with the pavement and slides floating on the water, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
The occurrence of aquaplaning will depend on the water evacuation capacity of the tyres, measured in litres per second, and on the speed at which we drive. The higher the speed, the less time the tyres will have to evacuate water from the road, increasing the likelihood of aquaplaning. The best way to prevent aquaplaning is to moderate the speed.
The function of the tyre tread is to expel water towards the sides of the wheel, thereby clearing the rolling area, which is what provides grip to the vehicle. When the tyre tread is unable to evacuate the amount of accumulated water, the tyre loses contact with the pavement and slides floating on the water, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
The occurrence of aquaplaning will depend on the water evacuation capacity of the tyres, measured in litres per second, and on the speed at which we drive. The higher the speed, the less time the tyres will have to evacuate water from the road, increasing the likelihood of aquaplaning. The best way to prevent aquaplaning is to moderate the speed.