DE Chap 12&13 vocab

Front

hydroplaning

Back

A tire rises up on top of water and no longer has contact with the road.

Front

rocking

Back

Driving forward a little and then back a little to move your vehicle out of snow, mud, or sand.

Front

skid

Back

When tires lose all or part of their grip on the roadway while braking, accelerating, or steering.

Front

fishtailing

Back

The rear of the vehicle swerving back and forth.

Front

controlled braking

Back

A technique of applying your brakes to slow or stop quickly without locking your wheels.

Front

overdriving headlights

Back

Driving at a speed that makes your stopping distance longer than the distance lighted by your headlights.

Front

premium

Back

Specified amount you pay to an insurance company for insurance

Front

blowout

Back

A sudden loss of air pressure in a tire

Front

brake fade

Back

Loss of brake effectiveness due to overheating

Front

deductible

Back

Set amount of money you personally pay for damages that is not paid by your insurance company