Steer your car like a pro through the monsoon
The Hindu
These tips could help you navigate water-logged potholes this rainy season
Besides the daily challenges of driving, the monsoon brings with it the additional danger of reduced visibility. This is caused by heavy and, sometimes, unpredicted rainfall, leaving roads flooded in many places. With the monsoon season almost upon us, we take a look at some safe practices to follow when out on the road. Tyre treads play an important role in improving grip, particularly in the wet. The treads act as channels to disperse water and allow optimal contact between rubber and road. Worn or bald tyres, the latter have little to no groves, will not be able to displace water and will surf or slide. Ensure tread depth is above the minimum level — at least 2mm deep. Most tyres will have tread wear indicators — small cross ribs set in the main longitudinal grooves, about 1.5 to 2mm in height. Once the tyre surface is level with these ribs, it is time to get a new set. Worn tyres are also more prone to punctures and in some situations could even burst, so ensure tyres are changed before or when the tread depth is at the minimum.
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