Tips for driving in rainstorm weather

Since the flood season, rainfall has increased and heavy rains have occurred frequently, which is very unfavorable for safe driving. How to drive safely in heavy rain? These points must not be ignored!

First of all, keep a good view.

In rainy days, drivers' sight is blocked, which may easily lead to traffic accidents. It is very important to keep good eyesight. Specific practices are as follows:

1. Turn on the wiper to clean the raindrops in time;

2. When the weather is dim, turn on the low beam lights, fog lights and position lights.

3. If there is fog on the glass that hinders the line of sight, turn on the air conditioner in time to blow away the fog;

4. Keep the rearview mirror clear, turn on the heating function of the rearview mirror or add plastic sheets to cover the rain;

5. Pay attention to the surrounding road conditions and drive carefully.

Second, slow down and drive carefully.

"Ten accidents, nine quick accidents", the road is slippery in rainy days, so you need to drive carefully. Specific practices are as follows:

1. Reduce the speed and keep a safe distance;

2. Drive carefully and always observe the road conditions, especially in crowded sections;

3. Adjust the speed in time according to the road conditions and control the speed under unfamiliar road conditions;

4. When following the car, you should carefully follow the route of the preceding car for unfamiliar roads or difficult sections;

5. Follow the car slowly, don't blindly overspeed, and ensure overtaking safety.

Third, stay away from large vehicles.

Driving a large car in rainy days will bring many potential dangers to small cars, so try to stay away from them. Specific practices are as follows:

1. Keep a long distance from large vehicles;

2. Don't let the cart block the front view;

3. Pay attention to the blind area of large vehicles to avoid danger;

4. Stay away from large vehicles and avoid the rain splashing from large vehicles to interfere with driving;

5. Don't follow blindly. Small cars may not be able to pass through the waterlogged sections where large cars can pass.

Fourth, prevent the wheels from slipping.

In rainy days, the road surface is slippery and prone to danger, so it is necessary to prevent the wheels from slipping. Specific practices are as follows:

1. Hold the steering wheel with both hands in balance and don't panic;

2. Keep driving in a straight line and drive at low speed;

3. Don't turn sharply, and step on the brakes slowly;

Don't accelerate too fast, but accelerate slowly.

Fifth, pay attention to wading skills.

It is inevitable to drive into the water in rainy days, so pay attention to skills at this time. Specific practices are as follows:

1. Don't wade rashly. In case of waterlogged pavement, first check the depth of waterlogged pavement;

2. Slow down at a constant speed, don't stop, don't pass at high speed;

3. Shift down first, pass slowly, and don't shift gears in the middle;

4. In case of muddy road, you should follow the rut of the preceding car.

Sixth, avoid engine water.

When driving in rainy days, avoid turning off the engine and restarting it. After the engine enters the water, it will not only damage the vehicle, but also bring great safety hazards. Specific practices are as follows:

1.？ Once the engine is turned off with water, do not try to start the vehicle;

2.？ Drag the vehicle to a place that does not hinder traffic and wait for towing;

3.？ Wait for rescue in the car, don't rush to repair it yourself, so as not to cause more losses.

Seven, pay attention to observe pedestrians.

People's sight will also be affected on rainy days. When driving, you must pay attention to pedestrians to avoid traffic accidents. Specific practices are as follows:

1. Avoid rushing with pedestrians and pay attention to avoiding them;

2. Observe the movement of pedestrians to avoid danger caused by panic;

3. If it is not convenient to escape, stop and wait;

4. Pay attention to accumulated water and pass slowly to avoid splashing pedestrians.

Eight, don't risk driving.

When traveling in rainy days, safety comes first. Don't risk driving to ensure safety. Specific practices are as follows:

1. If the rain is too heavy, don't risk driving;

2. Choose a safe road section or service area to rest, and then drive when the rain is light;

3. If you are unfortunately trapped in the car, you can unplug the seat headrest and tap the side glass with a plug.

Tips:

The driving risk factor will be greatly improved in rainstorm weather. Remember safe driving skills when driving, slow down, keep a clear line of sight, and always pay attention to road conditions to ensure safe driving. If the rain is too heavy, you should immediately find a safe parking lot to shelter from the rain, and don't rush to drive, causing unnecessary danger.

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