How to Follow Vehicles in Foggy Weather?
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Precautions for following vehicles in foggy weather: 1. Turn on fog lights and low beams, but avoid using high beams; 2. Frequently use the horn to warn pedestrians and vehicles, and respond immediately to other vehicles' horns to indicate your position; 3. Drive at low speed, maintaining a sufficient safe distance from the vehicle ahead to avoid emergency braking; 4. In heavy fog, try to use the remaining visibility to follow the lane markings, but be careful not to cross the lines, as this can make oncoming traffic dangerous; 5. In dense fog, condensation on the windshield can further impair visibility, so consider using the wipers to clear the condensation.
Having driven for 20 years, I've encountered many foggy days, and the most crucial thing is to drive slowly at low speeds. Turning on fog lights and low beams is definitely necessary, but never use high beams, as they will create a blinding white haze in front of you. When following another car, pay special attention to the taillights of the vehicle ahead. It's safest to follow a large truck by tracking its red outline. Maintain at least a 3-second distance from the car in front, and if visibility drops below 100 meters, keep your speed under 40 km/h. Remember to lightly tap the brakes occasionally to alert drivers behind you. If the windshield wipers aren’t clearing the view properly, turning on some cold air directed at the windshield can prevent fogging.
