Hydroplaning risk can be reduced by

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Hydroplaning happens when water on the road forms a slippery layer under the tire, so the tire loses traction with the surface. Slowing down helps because it reduces the rate at which water must be displaced and gives the tread more time to push water away from the contact patch, keeping the tire in contact with the road. Good tire tread depth improves the tire’s ability to channel water out from under the tire, which maintains grip. Worn tires have less tread, so they can’t evacuate water as effectively and are more prone to hydroplaning. So the safest and most effective approach is to reduce speed and ensure tires have adequate tread. Accelerating, riding on worn tires, or relying on high-speed tires don’t address water evacuation and can increase the risk.