What should I pay attention to in driving safety in rainy and snowy weather with complicated road conditions?

With the development of the influence of weak cold air and the counterattack of warm and humid air, the rain and snow in China are increasing gradually, especially in most parts of the north. What are the precautions for traveling in rain and snow? Let's have a look.

Eight points for attention when driving on the road

1, check the vehicle safety condition.

Check the safety status of vehicles before going out to prevent road traffic from being affected by vehicle failure in the middle. The temperature difference between the inside and outside of the snow crane is very large, which is easy to fog on the car glass, leading to blurred vision. At this time, it is necessary to turn on the defogging function of the window or turn on the air conditioner to dry it with a towel in time to ensure a clear line of sight.

2. Reduce the speed and increase the distance.

Slow down, remember not to brake suddenly, and accelerate quickly. Increase the distance between cars. The distance between cars in snowy days should be more than 2-3 times that of dry roads. Take more straight lines and less lane changes. In general, don't overtake. When driving in icy corners or ramps, slow down in advance and do it at one go. When the road is frozen, you should immediately drive the vehicle to the service area or parking area, and install the snow chains or replace the snow tires in time.

Step 3 turn slowly

Turn slowly when turning, don't turn sharply, use the hand brake when parking, slow down with the foot brake, and don't step on it. Many people are used to braking slowly when turning and downshifting when turning, which is a big taboo for driving in snowy days.

4, there is no empty car.

When going up and down the slope, you should pass smoothly at low speed, and don't shift gears halfway. Beware of turning off the engine when going uphill, and it is forbidden to slip in neutral when going downhill. If you start on ice or compacted snow, if you slip, you can try to start in second gear. In any case, you should drive in gear.

5. Don't be nervous when you slip.

Don't panic if you slip or flick your tail while driving. At this time, you should turn off the throttle gently and then return to the right direction slightly, and constantly adjust between turning and returning, but not too much, so as not to exceed the normal driving position of the wheels. After the vehicle is straightened, brake gently until the whole situation is completely controlled. Don't slam on the brakes when there is sideslip or tail flick, which will make the vehicle out of control and cause an accident. For manual transmission vehicles without ABS system, it is necessary to "loosen" the chain brake when stepping on the brake. Vehicles equipped with ABS braking system must step on the brakes at one time and control the steering wheel at the same time.

6. Lift the clutch slowly and add oil gently.

Drivers who drive manual gears should remember to lift the clutch slowly and give oil gently. If you drive the automatic gear, lock the gear in the low gear. If there is a snow mode function, it should be turned on in time. During driving, slow down smoothly and brake lightly. Never start suddenly or brake suddenly on icy roads.

7, the correct use of lighting

If the visibility is poor or it is snowing, turn on the front and rear fog lights in time. If the visibility is good, or the weather is clear after snow, the fog lights should be turned off in time to avoid irritating the eyes of drivers in front and behind. In rainy and snowy weather, it is best not to use the high beam, because the irradiation angle of the high beam is prone to large scattering, and the penetration is poor in snowy days.

8. Look at the top of your head when parking.

In snowy days, vehicles should not stop under trees or under unstable tents or billboards, so as to avoid damaging vehicles by bending branches or roofs by snow or being blown off by wind.

Tips for car maintenance after snow

First of all, you must clear the snow on the car body in time, because if you don't clear the snow on the license plate in time, you will be suspected of obstructing the license plate. If it is found, it will face a penalty of 12.

The second thing to do is to clean up the snow or muddy water on the headlights quickly, because muddy water and snow will directly affect the lighting or warning of the car, thus affecting the driving safety of the car. Mud water on the road after snow is mixed with salt and various alkaline components and adheres to the car body, tires, wheels and chassis. If it is not cleaned in time, it will seriously corrode the paint and chassis if it snows for a long time.