Can I drive in a thunderstorm?

There are many thunderstorms in summer, so you not only need to guard against accidents at home, but also need to be more careful when driving. On the one hand, the driver's own safety needs everyone's attention, on the other hand, in order to protect the car, we must keep in mind all kinds of precautions, so that we can feel more at ease on the road in thunderstorm weather. Get to the point, riders should write it down!

1. Drive carefully.

Thunderstorm weather, usually with heavy rain and lightning, will greatly hinder the driver's vision and hearing. Therefore, it is essential to slow down in thunderstorm weather. Not only can you avoid braking at critical moments, but the damage caused by slow driving will also be alleviated when encountering sudden situations such as strong lightning. Of course, it is also necessary to keep a long distance from passing vehicles to ensure the safety when following or overtaking.

Secondly, in order to remind other vehicles and pedestrians, it is essential to turn on the wipers and headlights, so it is also very important to repair and maintain these devices on weekdays. Not only that, tires are more important when the weather is bad. Check the tread depth and tire pressure to prevent slipping during driving. At the same time, it is also necessary to prevent vehicles from being soaked in rain. If it is really difficult to move forward, it is recommended to pull over and wait in a safe place. If you only go to the stagnant water area, please slow down and pass slowly according to the specific situation. In addition, pay attention to the water level to prevent being trapped in the car.

2. Avoid artificially induced lightning.

First of all, close the doors and windows in the car, because in a closed environment, it is less prone to electric shock and has body protection. Never stay by the car because you are afraid, it will get an electric shock. Some devices that are easy to conduct electricity, such as radio antennas, in-vehicle electronic products and mobile phones, are even more unusable. This can also focus more on driving and protecting equipment. In addition, attention should also be paid to prevent touching the metal devices in the car. It is best not to put small ornaments such as metal watches and jewelry that you usually like on your body or in the car.

3. Car protection

Never park your car under a tree or near a telephone pole when sheltering from the rain. First, according to common sense, it is easier to attract lightning strikes; Secondly, strong thunderstorm weather will lead to the collapse of trees and telephone poles. If you unfortunately hit a car, the loss will be huge. The same is true near high-voltage lines and large items, which need to be kept away. At the same time, if it is not particularly urgent to use oil, it is best not to choose to go to the gas station to refuel at this time, which will increase some dangers. In addition, don't park your car in low-lying areas and steep slopes to prevent the car from being washed away by the flood.

To sum up, try to avoid unnecessary travel in thunderstorm days. If you need to go out, please make material and psychological preparations to ensure the safety of the environment in the car, and pay attention to check the wiper, tires and other parts before going out. Always remember to slow down, especially when driving at high speed or in open areas. In this way, even if you encounter an emergency, you can keep calm and rational to deal with the problem, so that you can stay away from danger and your car will be less injured.