The main danger when driving in the rain is the deterioration of wheel traction. The most dangerous are asphalt-concrete roads covered with mud or wet fallen leaves. In such conditions, the grip is further reduced.
What is aquaplaning
When driving at high speed on a wet road, passenger cars form a wedge between the tires and the road. The phenomenon of aquaplaning arises.
When driving at low speed on a wet road, the wheels drive water into the grooves of the tire tread pattern and squeeze it out through the roughness of the road surface. The tires touch the drier road surface.
When driving at high speed and a large amount of moisture, the wheels do not have time to squeeze out moisture from the grooves of the tread. Water remains under the wheels and they float above the road surface. A sign of aquaplaning is sudden ease of steering.
Aquaplaning can also occur at low speeds. Shallow tread depth, low tire pressure and a smooth road surface are the reasons that the wheels do not have time to squeeze out water while driving.
How to avoid aquaplaning
You can only fight aquaplaning by slowing down. In this situation, it is preferable to use engine braking, that is, smoothly reduce the pressure on the gas pedal. It is better not to use service brakes, as water will reduce their effectiveness.
When it rains, care should be taken as much as possible to make up for poor visibility. Drive the vehicle without sudden changes in direction and speed. The speed is selected according to the visibility and road surface conditions.
