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4.2.5 Acceleration
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Avoid heavy acceleration. Heavy acceleration can cause wheel slip and can reduce your control
of the vehicle.
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Take extra care to accelerate gently in slippery conditions.
4.2.6 Turns
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Always slow down for turns and take them at a slow speed. This is especially important in a 3
wheeled vehicle such as the GO-4 EV.
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Pay attention to the Lateral Thrust Alarm (LTA) which will warn you if you are taking a corner too
quickly. See section 3.3.5
– Lateral Thrust Alarm (LTA) for more information.
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Do not accelerate until vehicle has exited the turn.
4.2.7 Driving in Wet Conditions
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In wet weather the vehicle wil
l likely have less traction. This can negatively affect the vehicle’s
ability to brake, accelerate and steer. Keep this in mind when driving in wet conditions.
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In wet conditions always reduce speed compared to dry conditions.
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Be aware that the wheels will lock up more easily under braking.
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Hydroplaning can occur in wet conditions. Hydroplaning is when the tire rides on water that builds
up underneath the tire. When this occurs the tire has minimal or no contact with the road. This
can result in the vehicle sliding around and a decrease in steering control. To avoid hydroplaning
it is best to simply to drive at slower speeds when the road is wet.
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If the streets are flooded or there are very deep puddles do not drive the vehicle. Do not attempt
to drive through deep puddles, areas with lots of flowing water, or flooded areas. You could get
stuck. The current of the flowing water could carry you or the vehicle away. Debris may be hidden
by the water and there may be deep areas that you cannot see.
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Expect stopping distances to be greater than in dry conditions. As a result, leave extra distance to
the car in front.
4.2.8 Driving in Poor Visibility Conditions
Fog, haze, smoke, dust, heavy snow and heavy rain can significantly reduce visibility. If visibility is
significantly reduced pull over in a safe location, keep headlights on and turn on hazard flashers to help
indicate your presence. Wait until visibility improves to a safe level before continuing to drive.
4.2.9 Driving on Inclines
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Be aware that when travelling on steep or long downhill slopes, depending on how hard and
frequently the brakes are applied to slow vehicle down, the brakes may overheat, which will
cause the brakes to be less effective.
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Pay attention to the LTA (Lateral Thrust Alarm) which will indicate if the vehicle is operating on
too much of a slope. Take extra care when travelling on a downhill slope as the vehicle will be
less stable.
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Be careful when turning around blind corners or coming to the top of an incline. There could be
obstructions in your path. Prepare for the unexpected.
4.2.10 Driving on Uneven Terrain
When driving on uneven terrain, slow down and pay attention to the LTA (Lateral Thrust Alarm) which will
indicate if the vehicle is operating on too much of a slope. Avoid uneven terrain as much as possible as
the GO-4 EV is not suited for driving on significantly uneven terrain.
