Hydroplaning 101: Why It Happens AND How To Make It Stop

I feel like I am a driving instructor and you are my students. If that were really happening I think I'd have to invoke a little bit of Gunnery Sergeant Hartman from Full Metal Jacket though.

Anyway, if you have ever wondered about why hydroplaning happens and how to stop it, you've come to the right place.

Simply put, if you want to put an end to hydroplaning, slow down! According to tests conducted by Consumer Reports, speed and the type of tires you're rolling on are the primary ingredients to if you will/will not hydroplane. Additionally, ensure that your tires are properly maintained and inflated to their correct pressure.

**To watch Consumer Report's video on the matter, take a look down below


Hydroplaning happens when a tire loses contact with the road and skims on water. As shown in the accompanying video, hydroplaning can cause a complete loss of steering and braking control, and it can happen in an instant. Even a thin film of water can cause hydroplaning, and it doesn’t have to be raining for there to be a risk. A puddle can cause it...