Revision question · The road

You're driving through the night. What could it mean if your steering feels lighter than normal?

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Your tyres are losing pressure

There's a leak in the power-steering pump

There's ice or frost on the road

There isn't enough tread on your tyres

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There's ice or frost on the roadThis was the right answer

When you're in a warm cab, you may not notice the drop in outside temperature. One of the first signs of an icy road is a lack of 'feel' in the steering. If this happens, slow down and increase the distance between your vehicle and the one in front.

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Rule 231Highway Code rule · Unresponsive steering may signal ice; drive slowly in a suitable high gear and brake and steer gently.

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