What should be paid attention to when driving at night?
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When driving at night, pay attention to the following 6 points: 1. Be sure to turn on the headlights when driving at night: The purpose of turning on the headlights is to let others see clearly to avoid traffic accidents. 2. Do not follow the car too closely at night: The safe following distance should be at least 50 meters. 3. Try to avoid overtaking: The visibility when driving at night is poor, so changing lanes often increases the probability of accidents. 4. Slow down when passing intersections: Vehicles or pedestrians may suddenly appear, so be extra careful and try to reduce speed to prevent danger. 5. Never drive while fatigued: Before driving at night, be sure to rest and get enough energy to drive on the road. 6. Use headlights correctly: If the high beams are on, or the other party has their high beams on, when meeting, your or the other party's vision may be temporarily impaired by the strong light, which can easily cause accidents.
I've been driving for twenty years, and driving at night requires extra caution. Control your speed and don't go too fast, as limited visibility due to poor lighting means you need to check road conditions in advance. Double the following distance, as braking response is slower at night, making rear-end collisions more likely. Watch out for pedestrians and cyclists on the roadside—they often don't wear reflective clothing, so use high beams to scan but avoid dazzling others. Slow down at intersections and turns, as blind spots may exist. Fatigue is the biggest enemy—bring water or music to stay alert, and if you feel drowsy, pull over and rest. Animals sometimes dart out, so slowing down early can prevent accidents.
