Rainy days may cause
Slippery roads, poor visibility, and water accumulation on low-lying roads
Affect driving safety
Travel in the rain
To do it
"Slowdown, Distance, Tail"
Drive cautiously
A rainy day travel tips
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Traffic safety tips for driving in rainy weather
Slow down
On slippery roads in rainy days, you should reduce your speed when driving, keep a safe distance from the car in front, especially when driving at night, drive cautiously, and take braking and deceleration measures in advance in case of conditions.
Maintain a good field of vision
On rainy days, drivers have blurred vision, which can easily cause traffic accidents, so it is very important to maintain a good field of vision.
❶ Turn on the wipers and clean up the raindrops in time;
❷ When the weather is dark, turn on the low beams, fog lights, and marker lights;
❸ If there is fog on the glass to block the view, turn on the air conditioner in time to blow away the fog;
❹ Keep the rearview mirror clear, turn on the heating function of the rearview mirror or add plastic sheets to cover the rain;
Slow down and drive cautiously
"Nine times out of ten accidents", the road surface is slippery in rainy days, and it is necessary to drive cautiously.
❶ Reduce your speed and keep a safe distance;
❷ Drive cautiously and always pay attention to the road conditions, especially when encountering a lot of pedestrians;
❸ Adjust the speed of the vehicle in time according to the road conditions, and pay attention to the control of the speed of the vehicle in unfamiliar road conditions;
❹ Follow the car slowly, don't blindly speed, and make sure it's safe to overtake.
Prevents wheels from slipping sideways
The road surface is slippery in rainy days, and driving is prone to danger, so it is necessary to prevent the wheels from slipping.
❶ Hold the steering wheel steady, don't panic, and hold the steering wheel with both hands in a balanced manner;
❷ Keep straight and drive at low speed;
❸ Don't make sharp turns, apply the brakes slowly;
❹ Don't speed up sharply, speed up slowly.
Wading skills
When driving in rainy weather, it is inevitable to wade through the water, so you should pay attention to your skills at this time.
❶ Do not wade rashly, if you encounter a waterlogged road, check the depth of water first;
❷ Drive slowly at a constant speed, do not stop, do not pass at high speed;
❸ Shift to low gear first, pass slowly, and don't change gears halfway;
❹ If you encounter a muddy section, you must follow the rut of the car in front.
Remember to turn off the ignition and start the vehicle again
When driving in rainy weather, it is important to pay attention to the water ingress of the engine, which is not only easy to cause damage to the vehicle, but also has great potential safety hazards.
❶ Do not try to start the vehicle once the engine is turned off by water ingress;
❷ Tow the vehicle to a place that does not obstruct traffic and wait to be towed away;
❸ Wait for rescue in the car, and don't rush to repair it yourself, so as not to cause greater damage.
Keep an eye out for pedestrians
Pedestrians will inevitably be affected in rainy days, so be sure to observe pedestrians when driving to avoid traffic accidents.
❶ Do not rush with pedestrians, pay attention to avoidance;
❷ Observe the movement of pedestrians to avoid panicking and slipping when approaching;
❸ If it is not convenient to dodge, you should stop and wait;
❹ Watch out for standing water, pass slowly, and don't splash on pedestrians.
Never risk driving
When traveling in rainy weather, safety comes first, don't risk driving, and stay safe.
❶ If the rain is too heavy, don't risk driving;
❷ Choose a safe section or service area to rest, and wait for the rain to light before driving;
❸ If you are unfortunate enough to be trapped in the car, remove the headrest of the seat and tap the side glass with two sharp plugs.
Please pay attention to the weather conditions in time
Arrange your itinerary reasonably
Travel safely and return home safely
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Editor: Lu Yao
Review: Zhang Qian