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You may lose control of your vehicle on a wet road because a layer of water comes between the tires and the surface of the road, causing the vehicle to skid. This effect is known as

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  • hydroplaning.
  • tailgating.
  • weaving.

Explanation

Up to 30 mph, most tires will channel water away from the tire like the way a windshield wiper cleans the windshield. As your speed increases, however, the tires won't be able to channel the water as well. Your tires may start to lose contact with the road and ride over the water like a set of water skis, which can cause a skid. This is called hydroplaning. It is more likely if your tires are worn or tire pressures are low.

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