Rain is the most common winter meteorological phenomenon in Spain
Rain is the most common winter meteorological phenomenon in Spain. The infographic that appears on this page gives the most important pointers for driving safely in the rain and also what to do if the dreaded aquaplanin occurs, for example due to water build-up on the road.
When it rains, according to various studies, the risk of an accident increases by up to 70%. On wet asphalt, the grip of the tires is less and more meters are needed to stop the vehicle.
So if it rains while driving, it is necessary to use low beams, increase the speed of the wipers when overtaking, increase the safety distance and turn on the heating to prevent the windows from misting up. In addition, before driving, you should check that the tires are in good condition and check the wear of the main grooves of the tread.
And if you get into aquaplanin – the tires cannot expel the water from the surface due to wear, low pressure or too high a speed – you have to hold the steering wheel firmly, don’t brake hard and when you notice that the adhesion has been restored, you have to correct the route smoothly.
Source: La Verdad
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