What’s the shortest overall stopping distance on a dry road at 60 mph?

A: 53 metres (175 feet)

B: 58 metres (190 feet)

C: 73 metres (240 feet)

D: 96 metres (315 feet)

This distance is the equivalent of 18 car lengths. Try pacing out 73 metres and then look back. It’s probably further than you think.

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