You are driving in cold weather. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission. Why is it important to know this when driving on slippery roads?

Engine braking in an automatic can still cause the drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces.. Section 2.13: Even with an automatic

You are driving in cold weather. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission. Why is it important to know this when driving on slippery roads?

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Incorrect. "Automatic transmissions shift faster." is not correct. Even with an automatic transmission, the engine braking effect can cause drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces. Be careful.
  • B. Incorrect. "The vehicle may not have an engine brake." is not correct. Even with an automatic transmission, the engine braking effect can cause drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces. Be careful.
  • C. Correct. Even with an automatic transmission, the engine braking effect can cause drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces. Be careful.
  • D. Incorrect. "Automatics are safer on ice." is not correct. Even with an automatic transmission, the engine braking effect can cause drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces. Be careful.