How do you minimize hydroplaining on icy roads?
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It isn't really hydroplaning on ice, it's flat out skidding. But the results are similar. Keys are drive slowly and leave plenty of stopping distance between you and traffic ahead. Never make sudden moves or slam on brakes. Better to take your foot off the accelerator then very slowly apply the brakes. If you don't have antilock brakes, learn how to effectively pump your brakes while stopping to reduce skidding. Learn whether your car tends to understeer or oversteer. Steer into understeer and out of oversteer.
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drive less than 45 mph
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Hydroplaining is on water not ice my dear. Sliding i would call it. I would prevent it by trying to avoid going out on it. If you must, keep in a slow gear, keep the wheels turning very slowley, and dont turn the steering wheel too quick, that will just make the car slide forward. And don't break hard either. :)
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On icy roads the stopping distance of a vehicle is at the very least doubled. Hydroplaning may occur as the ice melts and turns to water. If you want some tips on stopping distance on icy roads then take a look at: http://www.autocalculator.org/Driving/Stopping-Distance-On-Icy-Roads.aspx
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The right tires with the right pressure!
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I don't drive as fast as I'd like to.
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