Golden experience driving in stormy weather

During storms, visibility is greatly limited, so drivers need to be careful in checking their vehicles before departure and pay more attention when driving.

During the rainy season, drivers need to pay attention to regularly monitoring newspapers, radio, television, and weather forecasts to know when it will rain, which roads are often flooded, and from there, plan a specific schedule for themselves in case they have to go out.

Prepare

To be more careful, car owners should check the brake system, lights and wipers to see if they are working properly, and if the tires are worn beyond the allowable limit. This check should not only be done when it rains, but should be done regularly because it does not take much time, and increases the safety of yourself and your car.

Regarding tires, car owners should note to replace new tires after 40 - 50 thousand km. Check tire pressure to meet technical standards because the tread on the tire surface is designed to drain water and ensure grip between the tire and the road surface. When the tire is worn or the tire pressure is low, it will increase the possibility of Hydroplaning (the tire is lifted off the road surface), leading to the vehicle being prone to skidding and losing control when the road is slippery.

You should also replace your wiper blades or wiper blades at least once a year.

To protect yourself and your car, drivers should master the principles of driving in stormy conditions.

When driving

You should drive slower than normal speed and increase the distance with the car in front, pay attention to observe and keep the car running smoothly. Do not accelerate or control the car suddenly because slippery roads can cause the wheels to skid and lose control.

Turn on your headlights for better visibility and to make it easier for other vehicles to see your vehicle, avoiding unnecessary collisions when visibility is limited.

Avoid driving too close to trucks or buses to avoid splashing water on the windshield.

Drive in the middle of your lane to avoid the risk of colliding with other vehicles, your vehicle being thrown sideways due to sudden braking. This is also a way to avoid your vehicle from being flooded because the middle of the road is usually designed to be higher than the two sides. If there are large puddles on the road, observe the vehicles in front as a guide to follow, but remember to always keep a safe distance between the two vehicles as best as possible.

Be careful when approaching an oncoming vehicle, avoid sudden braking. When necessary, reduce the throttle or lightly apply the brake pedal to reduce speed. Always remember to brake earlier and more gently than usual because the braking sensitivity on wet roads is 2 to 3 times less than on dry roads.

Do not use the handbrake if the vehicle skids. Instead, slowly release the accelerator and steer the vehicle straight until the vehicle regains stability, then apply the foot brake lightly until the vehicle returns to a balanced state.

If you see a pothole or large puddle, consider quickly, do not turn the steering wheel, accelerate or brake, but keep the steering wheel steady so that the car moves straight through. Hold the steering wheel firmly so that the car moves smoothly through. Avoid going into deep flooded areas with fast flowing water.

Handling after driving on flooded roads

You should check the brakes, pump the brakes a few times to let the water out and dry and then try again after feeling the brakes then accelerate.

Use air conditioning to balance temperature, help avoid condensation

Regular vehicle maintenance.

If possible, it is best to limit your movement when driving in the rain or storm. If you feel that the rain is too heavy and road safety is not guaranteed, drivers should find a place to avoid the rain, wait for it to stop before continuing.

Don't forget to always prepare in the trunk necessary "inseparable" items such as mini jacks, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, connecting rods to open wheel nuts, etc. When necessary, the driver can also handle some situations within his ability such as changing the spare tire, checking and adding coolant, oil or starting the car when the battery is dead with another car's battery.

According to Zing