Topic: Driving safely in difficult conditions · Nº 57 / 247
Cuando se va a conducir por lugares en los que existe hielo o nieve, el uso de cadenas o neumáticos con clavos, ¿puede favorecer a la conducción?
When you are going to drive where there is ice or snow, can using chains or studded tyres help your driving?
- ASí, porque mejora la adherencia a la calzada.Yes, because it improves grip on the road.
- BSí, porque se puede circular más rápido.Yes, because you can drive faster.
- CNo, porque se pierde adherencia.No, because grip is lost.
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Correct answer
- ASí, porque mejora la adherencia a la calzada.Yes, because it improves grip on the road.
Explanation
Yes. Chains and studded tyres improve grip on ice or snow, and so reduce the risk of skidding and the braking distance. They do not let you drive faster: with chains you must drive slowly and remove them when the road is clear.
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