Traction

Traction is the result of friction between the tires and the road surface.

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    DOT (Department of Transportation)
    DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation. ...

    Important safety notes
    WARNING In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control, all seat, head restraint, steering wheel and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done befor ...

    Rocking the vehicle free
    Rocking the vehicle free by shifting back and forth between transmission positions D and R can help to free a vehicle that has become stuck in mud or snow. The engine management system of the ...