Safe Driving When the Rainy Season

Rainfall began often, lately. Do not let bad weather is to disrupt your routine. Well, for users of the car following a few tips on driving in the rain.

speed
Maintain a steady pace, according to the condition around and safe visibility. Notice the way that we wish to pass, if there was a puddle of water or the other.

Engine speed (RPM)
When it rains and the road uphill, do not be too in the gas pedal, always use a low engine speed to maintain optimum wheel traction. For gasoline engines, keep the rotation at 2500 rpm and 1800 rpm for diesel. This is done so that the car was slidding.

light
Discharge times of heavy rain, do not hesitate to turn the main lights (day time) or small lights to raise awareness around our vehicle. Do not use the hazards! These lights will only interfere with other drivers, especially if you want to turn. Unpredictable way car because sein not work. These lights are used only in emergencies!

brake
Note the brake distance. When it rains, the car needs a longer distance to be slowed down its speed. If it normally takes two seconds distance with the vehicle in front, try to multiply the two to be four seconds to extend the braking distance.

pool
Do not drag in puddles (even thin) in order to avoid the effect of "hidroplaning" where there is no traction between the pavement with the tires because of the water layer. If this happens, the car may lose control and lives at stake!

Avoid standing water height of one inch of the car exhaust. If you still desperate, the water would make the strike and damage the engine.