Posted on 9/27/2024
Driving on wet roads can turn from routine to risky in the blink of an eye. When rainwater covers the asphalt, it becomes a playground for hydroplaning, a dangerous situation where your car loses traction and feels like it's floating. Hydroplaning can happen to any driver, but the good news is, there are ways to avoid it. What Is Hydroplaning Hydroplaning happens when your tires lose contact with the road due to a layer of water. When the water between your tires and the road builds up faster than your tires can channel it away, your car begins to glide uncontrollably. The result? You lose control of steering, braking, and acceleration, which is why it’s so dangerous. It’s especially common in the first few minutes of rainfall when oil and dirt mix with water on the surface of the road, making it extra slippery. How Speed Impacts Hydroplaning One of the biggest culprits of hydroplaning is driving too fast for the road conditions. Th ... read more