What are the countermeasures when encountering bad weather when traveling by car?

Self-driving tours are one of the great pleasures in life, but you may encounter sudden changes in bad weather. Scenic spots are mostly located between mountains and rivers, and situations such as morning fog and sudden thunderstorms often occur. How to deal with these situations?

Driving in foggy weather: Try to drive at low speed on ordinary roads when foggy, and then drive on the expressway after the dense fog dissipates. If thick fog suddenly comes while driving on the highway, you should immediately drive the car to the nearest service area or parking lot to take shelter, or drive the car to the road shoulder or emergency parking strip, turn on the width lights, tail lights, and rear anti-fog lights, hazard warning lights. The key to driving is to start slowly and avoid sudden acceleration, braking or sudden steering movements. When braking, try to use a little bit of brake and don't step on it. If the situation is not very urgent, it is best to use the gear brake.

Encountering thunder: Many car owners are often very scared when they encounter thunder and lightning, and hurriedly get out of the car to find a place to take shelter from the rain. In fact, this approach is a bit excessive. Not getting off the car is enough, but getting off the car and dodging increases the risk factor. Because even if lightning strikes a car, the current will be transmitted to the ground through the surface of the car body. It will not be felt inside the car, which is much safer. However, all windows must be closed tightly. In addition, the antenna of the radio acts as a lightning rod and will absorb lightning, so it must be put away.

No matter what conditions you are driving under, good vehicle condition is the necessary prerequisite and foundation for safe driving. Be sure to check the condition of the vehicle before driving to keep it in good condition. To check the condition of the vehicle, firstly, check the braking and steering devices. The second is to check whether the wiper blades are working properly. The third is to check whether the lighting and defogging devices of the entire vehicle are intact so that they can perform their proper functions.