Bus Drivers Slide On London's Skidding Rink

The video tutorial covers a skidding exercise for London bus drivers at the Chiswick depot. Drivers are trained to handle skids on a specially designed track covered with oil and grease. The course aims to enhance their skills in managing various skidding scenarios, ensuring safety and proficiency on the roads. The video also highlights the rigorous training process and the importance of mastering different types of skids.

What is the main objective for drivers when performing a forward skid on the track?

• To stop immediately

• To increase speed

• To avoid wheelspin while passing hazards

• To perform a U-turn

Where is the rigorous skidding training for London bus drivers conducted?

• At the Heathrow airport

• At the Chiswick depot

• At the London Bridge

• In central London

What makes the skidding track at the Chiswick depot unique?

• It is covered with sand

• It is the only one of its kind in the world

• It is located underground

• It is made of glass

What must drivers do to prove their skill on the slippery track?

• Avoid using brakes

• Perform every type of skid, including sideways and backwards

• Drive at maximum speed

• Drive in a straight line

How should passengers feel when a bus skids on a slippery day?

• Uncertain about the route

• Worried about safety

• Confident in the driver's skills

• Anxious about delays