Is Driving in Heavy Rain Harmful to the Car?
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Generally, during normal rain, it is still necessary to pay attention while driving, slow down, and prioritize safety. More information about cars is as follows: 1. Overview: Automotive safety for vehicles is mainly divided into two major aspects: active safety and passive safety. Active safety involves controlling the car as freely as possible. Whether braking and accelerating in a straight line or turning left and right, it should be as smooth as possible to avoid deviating from the intended path and not affecting the driver's vision and comfort. 2. Others: Automotive safety technology covers an increasingly wide and detailed range, developing towards integration, intelligence, systematization, and all-encompassing directions.
I've been driving for almost twenty years, and heavy rain driving can indeed cause significant damage to vehicles, primarily due to waterlogging and corrosion risks. If rainwater enters the engine, it can cause hydro-lock, damaging internal engine components, which is costly and troublesome to repair; wet batteries and wiring are prone to short circuits, and with modern cars having numerous electronic components, any malfunction can be a major hassle. The braking system performs poorly on wet roads, increasing stopping distances and posing greater safety risks. Prolonged exposure to rainwater accelerates rust and corrosion on the chassis and body seams, and the paint may bubble or fade. Tires are much more likely to slip on waterlogged roads, increasing the risk of blowouts. From my personal experience, it's best to avoid driving in heavy rain if possible, and drying and cleaning the car promptly after parking can help mitigate the damage.
I remember one time during a heavy rainstorm, I insisted on driving out. Unexpectedly, the water was deeper than anticipated, flooding the engine and causing it to stall. Towing and repairs cost over three thousand yuan. The brakes failed, nearly causing an accident. The heavy rain made the interior parts damp, causing metal components to rust quickly, and the circuit boards oxidized, leading to frequent issues. The exterior paint was also damaged, leaving the car looking dirty. After that lesson, I became very cautious—waiting it out or taking detours during heavy rains. A car is like a friend; it can't withstand being drenched in heavy rain for too long, so it needs to be cherished.
