Driving in the rain is a common occurrence. Rainfall occurs frequently, and people must still travel even though the roads are wet. But. wet weather driving, can be dangerous, resulting in skids, hydroplaning, and slippery roads. When the roads are wet, it can be difficult to maintain control of your car, but these tips can help you stay safe.
Don’t drive if you don’t have to:
When there is a lot of rain and flooding, it is usually best to stay put. If possible, avoid driving in dangerous rain and wait until the worst has passed.
Drive slowly:
Rain means you’ll have to plan for a longer journey because traffic will be heavier, and you’ll have to slow down. Hydroplaning is most often caused by vehicles going too fast, so slowing down is a good idea. When it starts to rain, slow down even further because the oils on the road will come to the surface and make the road slicker.
When it is raining, do not use cruise control:
When using cruise control in wet weather, you risk losing control of your car. To avoid traction loss, drivers can need to minimize speed by easing off the accelerator, but this is not possible when using cruise control. Furthermore, in wet weather driving, the driver must remain completely engaged, so cruise control should be avoided.
Turn on your demister:
Switch on your front and rear demister to remove the fog from your windshield, which can obstruct your vision.
Have a safe distance from other vehicles:
Maintain a safe following distance at all times but be particularly careful to give vehicles ahead of you plenty of space. You will have more time to adjust to what’s coming up next this way. Always keep an eye out for brake lights ahead of you.
Turn your lights on:
If your wipers are on, your lights should be on as well. When it’s difficult to see in the fog, headlights will help improve your visibility and make it easier for other drivers to see you, preventing a collision.
Avoid hard braking:
If possible, stop heavy braking by using your brakes as little as possible. Slow down, give others plenty of space, and take your foot off the accelerator quickly enough to avoid slamming on the brakes.
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