In a recent study conducted by an unnamed driver, it's been discovered that water, when placed on a driving surface at temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, actually decreases the amount of traction a vehicle is able to maintain when traveling on said surface.

While the findings from the study are still awaiting approval by an independent third party, these photos clearly appear to indicate the driver's remarkable deduction is indeed accurate.

Keep scrolling to see a few more examples of the unnamed driver's Mercedes CLK test subject, or head over to Motorpasion to view the full photo montage from the study.