Question Category: Overtaking and driving when weather or road conditions are hazardous


What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 km/h on a dry road?


Explanation

"The total minimum stopping distance of a vehicle depends on four things; perception time, reaction time, the vehicles reaction time and the vehicle braking capability. The recommend minimum stopping distance of a car driving at 50 km/h under dry conditions is 25 metres."