What causes aquaplaning?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. A layer of water between the tyres and the road
- Step 1: At speed the tyres cannot clear water, so they ride on a film of water and the driver loses control.
Answer
A layer of water between the tyres and the road.
Why not the others: A very low level of noise from the tyres, A cold engine at the start of a long journey and A loose seat belt on the front passenger seat don't fit.
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