Use these tips from our team at Alan Jay Chevrolet Buick GMC to stay safe when driving in the rain.
Drive Slowly: Slowing down on wet roads in Sebring, FL helps prevent loss of vehicle control. Reduced speed is one necessary step for safe rainstorm motoring. Increase the following distance to allow more stopping time.
Clean Windows And Working Lights: A downpour reduces driver visibility and makes their car less visible. Clean windows and working lights make it easier to see and be seen in the rain.
Choose Your Route Carefully: Avoid flood-prone roads. Consider routing around low-lying driving surfaces.
Drive With Your Low-Beams On: Even if your vehicle has daytime running lights, turn your low-beam headlights on. Your taillights come on with your headlights, so your car is more easily seen from the front and rear. High beams can reflect wet surfaces, creating a blinding glare.
Avoid Deep Water: Three inches of water is enough to cause hydroplaning. Water could splash on your engine, causing a stall. If rain obscures the pavement markings, don't drive on that road.