How Common Is It for Cars to Be Hit by Stones on the Highway?
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It is quite common because the high speed of vehicles on the highway makes them susceptible to being hit by flying stones. Here are some additional precautions for driving on the highway: 1. Pre-trip vehicle inspection: Before driving, the driver should conduct a comprehensive check of the vehicle, with particular attention to various fluids, tires, and the braking system. 2. Adjust the rearview mirrors: When the rearview mirrors are in the optimal position, they allow the driver to better observe the sides and rear of the vehicle. Note that the adjustment methods for the left and right mirrors are slightly different. 3. Adjust the seat: A proper seating position can help the driver reduce fatigue during long-distance high-speed driving and ensure that the seating posture does not hinder the handling of emergencies. 4. Check the onboard tools: Onboard tools may rarely be used in daily driving, but they can be very useful in emergencies. 5. Pay attention to highway entrances: There are very strict requirements when entering the highway entrance ramp, including prohibitions on overtaking, making U-turns, stopping, and reversing.
As a veteran long-haul driver, I can tell you that encountering stones hitting your car on the highway is quite common. Over the past five years, I've experienced stones hitting the hood or windshield several times on almost every long trip. Once, a small crack even appeared on the windshield, costing me over 2,000 yuan to replace. This mainly happens because high speeds on the highway cause stones kicked up by truck tires to fly far and hit with great force. The risk is especially high on busy main roads or after rain when water accumulates on the road surface, making stones more likely to be flung into the air. Statistics show that the probability of this happening is quite high on congested routes. Therefore, I recommend keeping a safe distance from large trucks and regularly applying protective film to safeguard your car's paint and windshield.
