Driving Tips from the RAC:
On the road:
- Use dipped headlights so that other drivers can see you more easily
- Don’t use rear fog lights. They can mask your brake lights and dazzle drivers behind you
- Reduce your speed and leave more space between you and the vehicle in front to account for greater stopping distances – remember the two-second rule
- Look out for large or fast-moving vehicles creating spray which reduces visibility
- Listen out for local news bulletins to keep up-to-date with road closures, flooding and forecasts
- If you break down in torrential rain keep the bonnet closed while waiting for help to arrive, to avoid the electrical system getting soaked
- Driving too fast through standing water could lead to tyres losing contact with the road. If your steering suddenly feels light you could be aquaplaning. To regain grip, ease off the accelerator, do not brake and allow your speed to reduce until you gain full control of the steering again
- Driving fast through deep water can cause serious and expensive damage
- Be considerate to other road users and try not to spray pedestrians and cyclists as you drive through water