Safety Margins Flashcards

(8 cards)

1
Q

You’re driving on a wet road. How can you tell your vehicles tyres are loosing their grip

A

Steering feels lighter

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2
Q

Where is your vehicle most likely to be affected by side winds

A

On an open stretch of road

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3
Q

What should you do when driving in snowy conditions

A

Brake gently and in plenty of time

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4
Q

On what type of road will anti lock brakes be ineffective

A

Loose

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5
Q

You vehicle has anti lock brakes how you should you apply these brakes in emergency

A

Rapidly and firmly

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6
Q

How can you avoid wheel spin when driving on icy roads

A

Drive slowly in the highest gear possible

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7
Q

What should you do when you park facing downhill

A

Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb

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8
Q

What would suggest you’re driving on icy road

A

Less tyre noise

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