Ch. 6 · Hazardous Areas

When wheels spin in mud or similar conditions, using old blankets or gravel as traction aids is effective.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

The Rules of the Road (2) states: "When wheels spin in mud or similar conditions, if you have old blankets, gravel, etc., using them as traction aids is effective." The use of old blankets or gravel as traction aids is recommended.

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Hikari
Hikari
Old blankets? That sounds like it'd just make things worse and get stuck under the tires.
Misaki
Misaki
Actually, that's true—using old blankets or gravel as traction aids is effective when your wheels are spinning in mud.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh wow, I had no idea that actually works!
Misaki
Misaki
It gives the tires something to grip. Keep a blanket or some gravel in your trunk for emergencies.

Source: Ch. 6 Hazardous Areas · Section (第５節 緊急時の措置) · (2) ぬかるみなどで車輪が空回りするときは、古毛布、砂利などがあれば、それを滑り止めに使うと効果的です。

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