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Get Prepare for Monsoon Driving

Monsoon brings smile on the face of many people. It gives relief from the scorching heat of summers. Its also delight farmers waiting for the season eagerly. Though, it is a much awaited season for some, while for others, the weather bring despair. The daily commuters who have to travel by vehicle face many difficult situations during this time. Skidding and aquaplaning are the common problem that a driver comes across during rain. Number of road accident also increase at this time. But a driver can avoid such mishaps if he/she follows some basic guidelines while driving in the rain.

Here are some of the driving tips that ensure a safe drive during rainy season:

Oil deposits on the roads make it slippery when combined with rain. So, it is better to drive slowly and carefully to prevent skid. Use steer and brakes lightly. Maintain mild pressure on the brake pedal to stop or slow down and do not brake hard or lock the wheels as this also leads to skidding of the car.

Make sure that there is an emergency kit in the car.

It is hard to manage the car in deep water. Hence, try to use the middle lanes as water tends to pool in outside lanes and also avoid lane change.

Keep a frequent check on car tyres and remember to replace them once they show signs of balding as car tyres with thick tread provides better traction.

Replace the windshield wipers at least once in a year as bad wiper blades do not give clear visibility.

Ensure that the headlights, brake lights, taillights, and turn signal lights are all working properly.

Maintain good distance with the adjacent or parallel cars while driving as it takes more time to stop the car in wet climate.

Do not follow large trucks or busses too closely as the spray created by their large tyres reduce visibility.

If possible avoid using car brakes and take your foot off the accelerator to slow down gradually.

Use headlights while driving in rain as it helps to see the road clearly. Avoid driving on standing water as it is difficult to judge the depth of it and it could also be covering a pothole.

Don’t drive beyond the limits of visibility especially in night as the roads become perfidious. The glare of incoming lights is augmented by the rain on windscreen and cause temporary loss of visibility while considerably increasing driver’s tiredness.

Try to stay off the road if possible during heavy thunderstorms. Large flashes of lightning can temporarily blind and disorientate drivers.

During rain the windows gets fogged very soon due to high humidity. If the car is air conditioned then turn up the heat and direct the airflow to defrost. In a non-AC car open the side windows to keep the air moving.

The above instructions if followed will definitely minimize the unavoidable circumstances and make one enjoy the hassle free monsoon driving amidst alluring climate.

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