Specialist part · #11314 · 3 pts
What behaviour increases the risk of skidding on icy road surfaces?
aSudden hard braking.
bEngine braking.
cDriving at constant speed.
Why?
Sudden, hard braking on ice can cause a loss of grip and a skid. The photo shows a snow-covered road where you should anticipate the need to slow down and avoid abrupt manoeuvres. Gentle engine braking and maintaining a steady speed appropriate for the conditions do not cause such sudden changes in the forces acting on the wheels.