What situations should be paid attention to when driving at night?
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The situations to pay attention to when driving at night are: 1. Use lights reasonably. When driving at night, usually only the low beam is sufficient for lighting, and the high beam should only be used in special circumstances; 2. Reduce the number of lane changes and overtaking while maintaining a longer safe distance than during the day, and avoid driving while fatigued. On roads without streetlights, use the high beam only when it is truly difficult to see the road, and remember to switch back to the low beam when an oncoming vehicle approaches to prevent dazzling the other driver and causing an accident. Overtaking at night is very dangerous because reference points are not as clear as during the day, making it easy to misjudge distance and timing, leading to failed overtaking and potential side-swipe accidents, which can waste even more time.
You really need to be extra careful when driving at night. Having driven at night for decades, I've summarized a few key points: Your lights must be bright—don't let your headlights get dirty, or you won't see the road clearly. When encountering oncoming traffic, remember to switch to low beams; blinding others is dangerous for them and won’t do you any good either. Don’t drive too fast—slow down early for turns or slopes in the dark to prevent skidding. Wildlife like deer or foxes often dart out, especially on unlit rural roads, and hitting them can cause serious trouble. Also, avoid drowsy driving—if you’re tired, don’t push through; pull over at a gas station, drink some water, and take a breather. Rain and fog make things even trickier—maintain at least triple the usual following distance and use fog lights to improve visibility. Overall, safety should always come first—addressing small issues prevents major accidents.
