4.6. Road factors

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is road surface?

   Hint

   Think about what part of the road vehicles actually travel on.

2. 2.

   Why is lighting important on roadways?

   Hint

   Consider why night driving can be dangerous.

3. 3.

   What does road surface impact?

   • Vehicle performance
   • Cost of maintenance
   • Safety
   • All of the above

   Hint

   Consider all the ways the road interacts with vehicles.

4. 4.

   True or False: Lighting is less important during daytime.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   What do you think happens when it gets dark at night?

5. 5.

   Discuss the implications of poor road surface conditions on long-term vehicle maintenance and safety. Provide examples.

   Hint

   Consider the effects of potholes.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how effective illumination impacts driver behavior and accident rates at night. Provide statistical examples.

   Hint

   Look at city road safety reports.