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Week 3 - Tuesday 16th March 2010
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| Steering |
Steering methods and principles and a consideration
of effect of tyres and their grip on the road. A look at good steering
practice and some common potentially serious faults. |
| Braking |
A look at good braking techniques to achieve smoothness
and how braking affects the stability of the car. A consideration
of factors affecting braking times and distances. A discussion of
common braking faults. |
| Gear changing |
Why gear changing is needed and a very simple description
of what happens during a gear change and how to achieve smooth gear
changes. |
| Acceleration |
A look at ‘acceleration sense’ and how and when to
use the accelerator to increase or decrease speed. |
