Do you currently have car insurance? Insurance is mandatory to drive in California Yes I have insurance. But please show me your best quotes. No, please help me find the best insurance. Question What is traction? Answers Friction between the tires and road Tires' rates of rotation The length of time needed to activate the brakes Explanation Traction is friction between your tires and the surface of the road. Adequate traction is necessary for braking and steering. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: Alaska Knowledge Test Class B , Arizona Knowledge Test Class B , Alabama Double , Hawaii Passenger ,