🌧️ Driving in Rain - Handling Wet Roads

Rain changes road conditions dramatically and requires adapted driving. Aquaplaning is a real danger.

Risks when driving in rain:

• Poorer grip - braking distance can double
• Reduced visibility
• Aquaplaning
• Reflection and glare from wet asphalt
• Fog on windows

Aquaplaning: When a film of water forms between tires and road surface, you lose control.

• Occurs at about 80 km/h and higher
• Worn tires increase risk significantly
• Noticed by steering feeling light and steering weak
• During aquaplaning: Release gas, do NOT press brake, keep steering wheel straight

Adapt your driving:

• Reduce speed - at least 10-20 km/h below normal
• Increase distance to vehicle ahead
• Avoid sudden movements
• Use engine braking on downhills
• Brake gently and early

See and be seen:

• Use low beams (fog lights only in heavy precipitation)
• Keep windshield wipers in good condition
• Use climate control to avoid fogging
• Keep windows clean - dirt further reduces visibility

Especially important:

• First rain after dry spell is most dangerous (oil and dust form slippery surface)
• Water puddles can hide holes and unevenness
• Don't drive through deep water - risk of engine damage