What Lights Should Vehicles Use on Rainy Days?
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What lights vehicles should use on rainy days depends on different situations: 1. Use width indicator lights when the rain is light; 2. Turn on headlights or front fog lights when the rain is heavy; 3. Activate rear fog lights during heavy rainstorms. Safe driving methods on rainy days include: 1. Turn on the windshield wipers promptly; 2. If there is frost on the front windshield, turn on the air conditioning and direct the cold air toward the front windshield; 3. The driver should hold the steering wheel with both hands in a balanced manner, maintain straight and low-speed driving, and gently apply the brakes when turning to prevent tire lock-up and vehicle skidding; 4. Reduce the vehicle's speed, pay attention to the distance from vehicles in front and behind, and be mentally prepared to take emergency measures in advance.
When driving in the rain, especially during heavy downpours, I always turn on the headlights as soon as I get in the car, mainly the low beams, because they illuminate the road and make the raindrops less glaring, allowing me to see the road conditions ahead more clearly. Fog lights are also very useful, especially the rear fog lights, which can light up to alert the cars behind not to get too close, preventing rear-end collisions in case of poor visibility. Never use high beams, as the reflection of light off the rain can be even more blinding and more dangerous. I've also driven in fog before, and turning on the lights made me feel much safer, slowing down a bit, increasing the distance between cars, and working with the windshield wipers made the whole drive much more secure. Poor visibility in the rain is a minor issue, but the risk of accidents is significant. Using the right lights is a basic skill, and safety comes first.
