Adjusting 2 Rd Conditions Flashcards
Where 2 be xtra cautious ab rain & ice
Shady areas in cold weather
Overpasses/bridges
When temps near 32
Rain on hot days
When to slow for rd conditions
B4 curves esp sharp
@ 1st sign of snow/rain
If standing water in rd
On gravel & dirt
What 2 do if hydroplaning
- ease foot off gas
- keep steering wheel straight
- don’t try 2 stop/turn until gripping rd again
- only turn in emergency, if u must turn do it slowly
Studded tires
Studded tires allowed during winter months
Retractable studded tires can be not retracted Nov-Mar 31st
If retractable must retract below tire wear bar
What speeds should u use on wet/snowy/icy rds?
Wet rds 10mph
Packed snow cut speed in half
Ice slow 2 crawl
Use snow tires/chains
How much more time can it take to stop when traveling 60mph than 30mph?
3 times as long
At what speeds do tires have good traction on wet rds?
Most tires good traction up to 35mph on wet rds
Heavy rain tires can loose all traction @ 50mph
What speeds should u use on wet rds?
10mph
What speeds should u use on packed snow?
Cut speed in half
What speed should I go on ice?
Slow 2 crawl
Why should u be cautious in shady areas in cold weather?
Bc ice might not be melted in shady spots
Why should u be cautious on bridges/overpasses in cold &/or wet weather?
Bc they lack insulation from the ground, theyre more likely to be icy
Why should u be cautious when temperature is close to 32°?
Bc surface of ice may b wet & even slipperier
Why should u b cautious when it 1st starts raining on hot days?
Bc the heat can make the oil in the asphalt rise to surface so Rd can b xtra slippery till oil is washed away
