"Skidpad"

A large area of smooth, flat pavement used for various handling tests. Roadholding is measured by defining a large-diameter circle ( Car and Driver uses 300 feet) on the skidpad and measuring the fastest speed at which the car can negotiate the circle without sliding off.

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