Question 8158
When there is ice on the roadway, how is it generally recommended to drive?
- At a speed appropriate for the conditions and in the highest gear possible.
- With tire pressure higher than recommended to improve traction.
- At a speed appropriate for the conditions and in the lowest gear possible.
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Correct answer: At a speed appropriate for the conditions and in the highest gear possible.
In general, on ice, drive at a speed suited to how little grip the tires have and in the highest possible gear that keeps the engine at an appropriate speed. This delivers less force to the drive wheels, so they spin less. Increasing tire pressure above the recommended level does not improve grip.