“Hydroplaning” in the rain is more dangerous than you think.

A rainy day is not a safe day to drive. It can cause problems with soaking the road and the treads of the wheels. “Hydroplaning” is the name given to this problem. when the wheels don’t touch the road surface. Because the water penetrates the layers of the treads. And that can lead to the worst situation when you can’t control or brake your car the way you want and an accident may occur.

What causes of Hydroplaning can happen?

Speed – The water-repelling ability of the wheels of the car will also be less when you drive at too high a speed.

Road surface – Concrete roads probably can make the hydroplaning happen. Because the surface is plain more than the rough asphalt road that can make a car more stable on the road.

Depth of thread – Thread depth should be more than 3 millimeters. If there is less tread remaining, work efficiency and help reduce accidents will also be less.  

How to prevent Hydroplaning?

Adjust your speed to the road conditions and the situation – On a rainy day, you shouldn’t drive at too high a speed.

Always check the condition of a thread and top up the tire pressure – A tire pressure below the standard can lead to a reduction in efficiency when pumping out water.

Noticed the road surface. Avoid areas with puddles of standing water – Standing water has a 99% chance of hydroplaning happening. You should stay slow at normal speed. Don’t try to accelerate your car too much.  

Rainy days can make you feel fresh and better but are dangerous for driving. Don’t forget to take care of your car before you leave. And if hydroplaning happens. Release the accelerator. And control the steering wheel firmly. Is the best thing you can do more than stomp the brake?