What is aquaplaning, and how can you stop it?

As the rain begins to hit with the shifting of seasons in Australia, aquaplaning may catch you out on the roads. Here’s what to do.
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Aquaplaning, which can also be known as hydroplaning, tends to occur after or during some heavy rain.RELATED: Is it illegal to pee on the side of the road?The statistics vary depending on the studies, but it is claimed that just 1–3 per cent of all crashes are the result of aquaplaning.While that may seem insignificant, just under 4