Knowledge points and examples
Rain, snow, ice, wind, gravel, water, traction, and environmental hazards
Why can intersection areas become icy more quickly than the surrounding road in winter?
Intersection areas may become icy more quickly because of vehicle exhaust, engine heat, and vehicles spinning their wheels or skidding. Allow more time and distance for stopping and starting there.
What is hydroplaning?
Hydroplaning occurs when a layer of water causes tires to lose contact with the road surface.
Skid causes, front- or rear-wheel skid response, and traction recovery
When recovering from a skid, a driver should:
Steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go.
Most skids are the result of:
Most skids are caused by driver error.
Mechanical failures, roadside breakdowns, emergency manoeuvres, and hazard signalling
If your right tires drift off the pavement onto the shoulder:
Grip the wheel firmly, ease off gas, and gradually steer back onto the road.
What should you do if your accelerator sticks?
Shift to neutral to stop acceleration, apply brakes, and safely pull over.