Encountering Water Accumulation: Should a Car Pass Through Quickly or Slowly?
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When encountering water accumulation, a car should pass through slowly, and neither accelerate nor decelerate on water-covered roads. Do not rashly drive through accumulated water. When a car is in water, due to the buoyancy of water and the impact of water flow, the adhesion of the wheels decreases, and the stability of the vehicle worsens, making it prone to skidding and side slipping. If the water is deep, electrical equipment is susceptible to short circuits, and the engine is prone to water ingress. Below are precautions for driving in rainy weather: Reduce speed and drive slowly: Regardless of the width of the road or the condition of the surface, drive at a reduced speed in the rain, always paying attention to the distance from vehicles in front and behind, and be mentally prepared to take various emergency measures. Visibility is low in rainy weather, and vision is poor. The emergency performance of the vehicle, such as braking distance, is also reduced, so slow down in advance, leaving sufficient time and space to handle situations, ensuring safety. Maintain distance: When driving in the rain, visibility is obstructed, so pay attention to maintaining distance between vehicles, constantly observe the distance from vehicles in front and behind, and increase the safe distance. Especially stay away from large vehicles: first, they can block your view; second, the water depth that large vehicles can pass through may not be passable for small cars, and large vehicles are prone to splashing water waves, interfering with the driving of small cars. Turn on fog lights when driving in the rain: Make full use of fog lights to enhance driving safety in rainy weather. If necessary, turn on hazard warning lights so that vehicles behind can always be aware of the movements ahead. Do not restart after stalling: In heavy rain or stormy weather, some road sections may accumulate serious water in a very short time. If you must drive through water, use a low gear to pass through at a steady speed. If the vehicle stalls while moving, never attempt to restart it. Blindly restarting may cause the engine to be scrapped. After the vehicle stalls, contact a specialized repair shop promptly. Only after the maintenance personnel have inspected the vehicle on-site and confirmed there are no issues should the vehicle be restarted.
