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Yes, especially when travelling at high speed.
Yes. It can also affect a motorcycle when the tyres cannot displace enough water and lose contact with the road surface. Speed, water depth, tread and tyre pressure influence the risk. Worn tyres are not a necessary condition. Reduce speed before puddles, avoid abrupt manoeuvres and maintain tyres according to manufacturer instructions.
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No, because this phenomenon is only related to brake overheating, not to rain.
No, because that phenomenon only occurs when driving cars.
Yes, especially when travelling at high speed.
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