What Lights Should You Turn On When Driving in Heavy Rain?
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When driving in heavy rain, turn on the headlights or front fog lights. Precautions for driving in rainy weather are as follows: 1. Turn on the windshield wipers promptly; 2. If there is frost on the windshield, turn on the air conditioning and direct the cold air toward the windshield; 3. Hold the steering wheel with both hands to maintain balance, drive straight and at a low speed, and brake gently to prevent the tires from locking up and causing the vehicle to skid; 4. Reduce the vehicle's speed, pay attention to the distance between the front and rear vehicles, and be mentally prepared to take emergency measures in advance. Car headlights, also known as car front lights or car LED daytime running lights, can be maintained by: 1. Regularly checking the sealing of the headlights—replace the sealing ring between the lens and reflector if it is damaged; 2. Regularly cleaning the reflector—replace it if it turns black or the brightness decreases; 3. Regularly removing dust and stains from the bulbs.
When driving in heavy rain, my top priority is safety first. During heavy downpours, visibility becomes extremely blurry, and other drivers can't see me, so I always turn on the low beams. I never use high beams because the raindrops reflect the light, creating glare that makes it harder to see and increases the risk of accidents. If possible, turning on the front and rear fog lights is even better, especially the yellow ones, as they have strong penetration and make my car more noticeable to others earlier. I also set the windshield wipers to the fastest speed to keep the windshield clear. I once experienced a near-miss rear-end collision because the other car didn't have its lights on, making it practically invisible. So now, whenever it rains heavily, I instinctively check that all my lights are on—this keeps both myself and others safer. Additionally, I slow down and increase the following distance to at least three seconds, just in case I can't brake in time. Always remember to check your lights regularly and replace old bulbs—don't wait until it's too late.
