Tips for Driving in the Rain in San Antonio, TX

Guide to Driving in the Rain

Wet roads make for dangerous driving conditions, so driving safely in the rain requires more diligence and patience than normal. On average, there are more than 860,000 car accidents in the U.S. each year due to wet weather conditions. To avoid becoming a part of that statistic, we highly recommend using the following tips when you drive in the rain. Ensure Your Car Is Working Properly Before you start your drive, check your windshield wipers, headlights, turn signals, tire pressure, and tire condition (specifically for balding tires as these can affect traction). Have A Route Planned You don’t want to try and reroute in the middle of a thunderstorm. Before hopping in the car, check out the local road and traffic conditions to find the safest way to make it to your destination. Turn on Your Headlights Whether you believe headlights give you better visibility in tumultuous weather (they do), it’s important to remember you’re not the only person on the road. Having your headlights on can help other drivers identify your car on the road. Rain can impair vision, and the glow of the headlights acts as a signifier to other vehicles. Allow Other Vehicles Extra Room Braking in the rain is different from braking on a dry road. Allowing appropriate distance between you and the other vehicles on the road can prevent an accident, even with minor slipping when braking. For example, when it’s a heavier downpour, you might want to double the distance you normally allow for. Never Use Cruise Control Cruise control can affect your vehicle’s ability to decelerate when hydroplaning. It’s best to remain in control of your vehicle as much as possible when it’s raining. Avoid Standing Water on Roadways Standing water can cause you to hydroplane if you drive through it. If you can’t see the markings on the roadway, the water is too deep and you need to find another route.

Visit Us at Red McCombs Hyundai

For more advice on driving safely in tumultuous weather conditions, give us a call at Red McCombs Hyundai. And while you’re at it, ask us about our service specials. For drivers in or near the San Antonio, TX, area, we are your premier destination for all of your Hyundai needs. We look forward to hearing from you.