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Why does a car skid when it is icy?
Same reason you fall when its icy.
Is my car out of antifreeze?
yes. if it is icy.
Is it safer to travel by car or bus on icy roads?
car, it creates more friction
What kind fo friction will a car skidding on an icy road show?
A car skidding on an icy road will exhibit kinetic friction, which is the force that resists the motion of two surfaces sliding against each other. The low coefficient of friction between the icy road and the car's tires makes it easier for the car to skid.
What happens when a car drives on an icy road and makes a sharp turn?
The car continues in the direction it was heading when traction was lost
What does a car defroster do?
Defrost the windshields so you can see where you are going. Useful in icy climates.
You are driving on an icy road What distance should you drive from the car in front?
double the distance
What kind of friction will a car skidding down an icy road show?
Sliding Friction
What is typical car stopping distances in icy conditions?
There is too many factors to narrow the stopping distance down to a specific stopping distance. One of these factors is speed many people often are going to fast in icy condition causing horrible car pile-ups and many crashes. People need to be more cautious in icy conditions.
What is best for down hill icy snowy roads?
the best car for icy roads are rally cars with studed tyres or good off road cars with good grip tyres
What gear is best when it is icy?
Second in town, third to fourth on the highway, depending how icy it is and the speed of traffic. It is better to let the engine slow a car on ice than to use the brakes.
06 Nissan Altima When I start my car I let the car sit until it warms up but lately when the bar goes half way like it normally does the words ICY appear What does that mean?
The word ICY means that temperatures outside are near or below freezing. Its a warning for possible icy conditions on the road. Its a feature that comes with your trip computer along with the temperature gauge.
