What is a good way to tell if the road ahead is slippery due to ice?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Steering feels light and road noise drops
- Step 1: Ice reduces road noise and steering weight. Step 2. Be prepared to slow gently. Answer: Steering feels light and road noise drops. Why not the others: The engine note becomes much louder and rougher: engine noise rises with revs and says nothing about grip. The brakes squeal loudly when lightly applied: squealing points to worn pads, not to ice. The speedometer shows a higher speed than real: the speedometer is unaffected by the road surface.
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