If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead, drivers should:
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Maintain their speed and make it through the water.
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Steer their vehicle around the water, if possible.
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Shift into neutral as they drive through the water.
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Come to a complete stop and wait for the puddle to dry up.
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Explanation
Driving through deep puddles may cause hydroplaning, which means that the vehicle's wheels may lose their grip on the surface of the road and skid. If you see a slippery stretch of road ahead, such as a puddle, steer around the water if possible.
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