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- 1 How is the motion of a car controlled?
- 2 What are three ways drivers control the speed and placement of a vehicle?
- 3 How can you control a situation on the road?
- 4 What are the controls used in automobile automotive?
- 5 What are the 3 major highway conditions that requires a driver to adjust speed?
- 6 When starting your vehicle what some 3 steps the driver should take?
- 7 How do you control a swerving car?
How is the motion of a car controlled?
The forces that influence vehicle motion along the longitudinal axis include the powertrain (including, in selected models, traction control), the brakes, the aerodynamic drag, and tire-rolling resistance, as well as the influence of gravity when the car is moving on a road with a nonzero inclination (or grade).
What are three ways drivers control the speed and placement of a vehicle?
There are three basic elements to space management:
- Speed control.
- Lane positioning.
- Communication.
What are 3 levels of braking?
Coasting – Level of braking in which releasing the accelerator stops the vehicle’s forward propulsion. Controlled braking – Level of braking done with sufficient pressure to slow the vehicle. Engine acceleration – Releasing pressure from the brake pedal, allowing the low idle of the engine to move the vehicle forward.
How can you control a situation on the road?
Following these defensive driving tips can help reduce your risk behind the wheel:
- Think safety first.
- Be aware of your surroundings — pay attention.
- Do not depend on other drivers.
- Follow the 3- to 4-second rule.
- Keep your speed down.
- Have an escape route.
- Separate risks.
- Cut out distractions.
What are the controls used in automobile automotive?
These controls include air conditioning, navigation systems, on-board computers, in-car entertainment, windscreen wiper, and touchscreen panels. These controls vary in scope and design between different types of cars.
What are the 3 major conditions that require a driver to adjust speed?
Changes in visibility, traction, and space are the three major highway conditions that require you to adjust speed. Your speed affects the distance you can see ahead along your projected path of travel.
What are the 3 major highway conditions that requires a driver to adjust speed?
Changes in visibility, traction, and space are the three major highway conditions that require the driver to adjust speed.
When starting your vehicle what some 3 steps the driver should take?
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- Unlock the vehicle and climb into the driver’s seat.
- Adjust the mirrors so you can see behind the vehicle clearly, and identify the car’s blind spots before you start driving.
- Identify the controls.
- Place your right foot on the brake pedal and push it down, insert the key and start the vehicle.
How do you control the spin of a car?
Here are five things you can do to control your car during a spin-out:
- Avoid Slamming on the Brakes or Speeding Up.
- Reduce Your Speed.
- Keep the Steering Wheel Straight.
- Maintain Firm Pressure on the Brake Pedal.
- Pull Off to the Side of the Road.
- Proceed Cautiously in Inclement Weather Conditions.
- Control Your Brakes Properly.
How do you control a swerving car?
Hold onto the steering wheel If you hear the sound of a tire exploding, grip the steering wheel tightly with both hands. Gripping the wheel will help you stay in control of the car and minimize the chance of swerving into oncoming traffic or off the road.