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During aquaplaning, which components lose effective contact and grip with the road because of a layer of water?

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The tyres.

The tyres. If they cannot disperse enough water, a layer can separate them from the road and greatly reduce steering and braking response. Speed, water and tyre condition and pressure affect the risk. Adapt speed and maintain tyres correctly; it is not the engine or hazard lights that lose road grip.

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  • The hazard warning lights.

  • The engine.

  • The tyres.

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