How to Drive Through Waterlogged Roads in Rainy Weather?

[SanKaylee]

Here are the techniques for driving through waterlogged roads in rainy weather: 1. When encountering water accumulation on the road while driving: Slow down or stop to observe. If the water level reaches two-thirds of the bumper or tire height, proceeding further poses certain risks. High speed increases the actual water depth the car passes through, potentially allowing water to enter the cabin from the engine compartment or chassis. Avoid driving against waves created by large vehicles. If the water level is high, try to detour instead of forcing your way through. 2. While driving through water, besides maintaining a low speed: Try not to stop, shift gears, release the throttle, or accelerate. Instead, drive at a steady speed with low gear and moderate throttle. Avoid speeding through, which can create large waves or splashes. 3. If the car stalls in water, do not attempt to restart it immediately: Take measures to tow the car to a safe location with less water as soon as possible. Serious water ingress into the engine can occur if water enters through the air filter into the intake valve and then into the cylinder via the intake pipe. Do not try to restart the engine, as this may cause deformation of critical components like the crankshaft and connecting rods, leading to engine vibration or even component breakage. Stalling in water likely means the engine has taken in water; after stalling, only tow the car in neutral to a repair shop for cleanup. 4. After driving through water, promptly remove moisture from the brake pads: Drive at low speed while lightly pressing the throttle and gently applying the brakes. For those who can't multitask, repeatedly apply the brakes several times at slow speed to generate friction heat between the brake drum and pads, evaporating the moisture.