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Driving will be more dangerous because the tyres lose road contact and grip.
High speed increases aquaplaning risk: a tyre may fail to evacuate enough water and lose contact and grip with the road. A water layer separates the tread from the surface, impairing steering and braking. This does not mean the tyre’s inflation pressure falls. Reduce speed before standing water and maintain tyres in good condition at the recommended pressure.
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High speed will eliminate aquaplaning risk.
Driving will be more dangerous because the tyres lose road contact and grip.
The tyres will have more grip while floating on the water.
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