What phenomenon occurs when tires lose contact with the road due to a water layer?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Aquaplaning or water-planing on the road
- Step 1: Loss of traction on wet roads. Step 2. Aquaplaning occurs when water cannot be displaced by tire grooves, forming a wedge that lifts the tire off the pavement. Answer: Aquaplaning (vodeni klin). Why not the others: Centrifugal roll relates to cornering; axle lockup relates to differentials; vapor lock relates to boiling brake fluid.
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