» In heavy rain, tires can ride on a thin film of water, without touching the road. This is called:

In heavy rain, tires can ride on a thin film of water, without touching the road. This is called:

Hydroplaning.
Risk-planning.
Waterplaning.
Rainplaning.
Explanation

Hydroplaning is the phenomenon that occurs when a vehicle's tires ride on a thin film of water on the road's surface. This can happen in heavy rain or when the road is wet, and it can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, as the tires lose contact with the road. Hydroplaning occurs more frequently at higher speeds, and the best way to prevent it is to slow down. Additionally, maintaining good tire tread depth and proper tire inflation can help reduce the risk of hydroplaning.

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