What are the elements that contribute to vehicle skidding?
- The old age of the vehicle.
- Road visibility conditions.
- Correct answer: Every element that prevents direct contact between the tire and the roadway, such as: water, oil, mud, gravel, etc.
- Any element which affects the driver's alertness.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Every element that prevents direct contact between the tire and the roadway, such as: water, oil, mud, gravel, etc.
A skid happens when the tires lose grip on the road surface. Anything that comes between the tire and the roadway, such as water, oil, mud or gravel, reduces friction and can cause the vehicle to slide, so slow down and steer and brake gently on such surfaces. Driver alertness and visibility affect how quickly you spot danger, but they do not directly cause a skid.