Question 6654
Does rain affect the grip of the vehicle's tires on the roadway?
- Yes, they grip the roadway more.
- No, the grip is the same as when the roadway is dry.
- Yes, they grip less.
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Correct answer: Yes, they grip less.
Yes, they grip less. Water gets between the tire and the asphalt, and the first raindrops mix with dirt on the road surface, making it even more slippery. That is why you need more distance to brake and the car slides off course sooner on curves. Reduce your speed and leave more space.