You are driving in cold weather. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission. Why is it important to know this when driving on slippery roads?

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Engine braking in an automatic can still cause the drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces.. Section 2.13: Even with an automatic transmission, the engine braking effect can cause drive wheels to skid on slippery surfaces. Be careful.

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Automatic transmissions shift faster.

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The vehicle may not have an engine brake.

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Automatics are safer on ice.