Be prepared for driving in inclement weather, at night, or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited, such as on curves, slippery roads, or hilly terrain.
Unfamiliar surroundings can also have hidden hazards.
Learn more about driving in different conditions and off-road driving in this section.
Driver Behavior
Vehicle DesignLoss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that
correspond to the vehicle's three
control systems:
Braking Skid - wheels are not
rolling.
Steering or Cornering Skid -
too much speed or steering in a
curve causes tires to slip and
lose cornering force.
Accelerati ...