What are the precautions for driving in rainy weather?

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Here are the precautions for driving in rainy weather: 1. Prevent tire skidding: The ground is wet in rainy weather, and the friction of rubber tires is greatly reduced when wet, which can easily cause tire skidding. Therefore, avoid sudden braking when turning; it's best to decelerate in a straight line before entering the curve. In case of an emergency requiring sudden braking, stay calm—either steer to avoid or brake in a straight line. Avoid braking and swerving simultaneously, as it won't help. 2. Reduce fogging: If it suddenly starts raining while driving, the temperature drops, and the windshield temperature also decreases. The water vapor inside the car condenses into fog on the windshield, obstructing visibility. In this case, turn on the air conditioning and direct it toward the windshield. 3. Master driving through water: Be cautious on roads with standing water, generally driving straight at low speed without stopping randomly. If the water level exceeds the exhaust pipe, detour. 4. Purchase water damage insurance: Car insurance includes water damage coverage, but most taxis do not have it. Hence, they often avoid working in heavy rain. For private cars, it's advisable to have water damage insurance to claim compensation from the insurer if the car gets flooded. 5. Avoid swerving: Some people, annoyed by rain after washing their cars, tend to swerve around small puddles, which can confuse following vehicles about the driving path and lead to rear-end collisions.