Why is hydroplaning prone to occur while driving in rainy weather?
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When driving on wet roads, the adhesion of the wheels decreases sharply as the speed increases, and a "water film" can easily form between the tires and the road surface, leading to hydroplaning. Remember the sections of the road where hydroplaning is likely to occur and drive slowly. On rainy days, drivers need to be especially careful when driving on highways. Certain sections of the highway, such as near the lowest points of downhill slopes, are the most prone to water accumulation, and it is necessary to reduce speed. If the speed is too high, hydroplaning can easily occur. To prevent this phenomenon, it is necessary to reasonably control the throttle and speed when starting. Accelerate gently to prevent excessive power conversion from low gears, which can overcome the tire friction coefficient and cause skidding. It is recommended to keep the speed below 60 km/h, and on urban roads, it should be appropriately controlled below 40 km/h. When turning, reduce speed in advance before entering the curve, and accelerate gently after exiting the curve. If hydroplaning occurs, drivers should not panic, especially avoiding extreme actions such as emergency braking, as this can easily lead to rollovers and serious consequences. The best course of action is to control the direction to maintain straight-line driving, slow down gradually, and pull over to stop.
