Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

When will your overall stopping distance be increased?

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When you're driving in the rain

When you're driving uphill

When you're driving at night

When you're driving in strong winds

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Tyres won't grip the road surface so well in wet weather or on loose road surfaces. On wet roads, it's recommended that you allow at least double the stopping distance you would leave in dry conditions.

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Rule 126Highway Code rule · At least double the dry gap and stopping distance on wet roads.Rule 227Highway Code rule · At least double the dry gap and stopping distance on wet roads.

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