What can cause in aquaplaning (sliding on wet roads) on wet road surfaces?

Aquaplaning happens when a layer of water builds up between the tires and the road surface, causing the tires to lose contact with the road and the vehicle to slide uncontrollably. High speed increases the risk because the tires cannot channel water away quickly enough. Worn tires have shallower tread depth, reducing their ability to disperse water. Grooves or irregularities in the road surface can trap water, creating pockets where aquaplaning is more likely to occur. All these factors together increase the chance of losing traction on wet roads.