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The phenomenon of aquaplaning (also known in Castilian as "hydroplaning") is a very common phenomenon that occurs when a car or vehicle is moving on a wet surface or with Water, which causes the wheels or tires to lose contact with the asphalt or ground and can lose control of the vehicle.

It is understood that while hydroplaning is a very common phenomenon, this does not make it any less dangerous. This is so because it consists of a possible loss of control of the car or vehicle when it stops having contact with the vehicle. I usually in which it is displaced by the presence of water. Thus, a road or Street Flooded can generate hydroplaning, making the driver unable to control the vehicle as usual and it begins to move or move independently. Both the brakes and the steering wheel no longer have control over the car as it is moved or displaced by the water.

Needless to say, the greater the amount of water present on the surface, the more difficult it will be

control the vehicle, and it can even float in the event that the water level is higher than normal. In other cases, when the water is shallow, the loss of control is minimal and can easily be redressed.

Aquaplaning, as said, arises from the moment the tires lose contact with the surface. They are specially designed to benefit the grip on different types of ground, for which they have relief and designed shapes that allow a better grip and safety. However, when that surface is covered with water or another liquid, that grip is lost and the tires stop staying on the ground. In addition to becoming difficult to maneuver, a car suffering from hydroplaning cannot brake, so this situation can easily lead to a crash. accident or crash depending on driving. If we add to this that aquaplaning can happen at a time when the vehicle has a lot of velocity, the crash can be even worse.

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