What is the difference between skidding and hydroplaning?
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Skidding – Skidding occurs due to slick conditions on the road whether it be rain, snow, sleet, or ice. ... Hydroplaning – Hydroplaning occurs when there is standing water on the road and the depth is such that the car's tires can't squeeze the water out between the tire's treads.