Tips for Rainy Weather Driving

While summer is commonly known for the high heat indexes, and making sure that you don't lock your pets and kids in a hot car, it can also be known for random and severe thunderstorms. Rain always provides an element of surprise, as with any weather changes. As the best automotive shop at the Lake of the Ozarks, we want to make sure that you and your car stay safe on the road through every season, rain or shine. Here are a few things to remember when a sudden storm pops up.

Don't Use Cruise Control

While cruise control may seem harmless in the rain, it removes the control you have over driving, especially on roads that may be dangerous. Excess water on the road can a loss of traction, and when you aren't correcting for it as it happens by letting off the accelerator, you could find yourself somewhere you didn't want to be. Remember that if something unexpected does happen, be sure to call the best towing company at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Keep Both Hands on the Wheel

If there are large gusts of wind or chances of hydroplaning, you'll want to have both hands on the wheel and be entirely focused on what's happening. If you are driving a large vehicle or towing a trailer, this is especially important.

Treat Your Windshield

It's always a good idea to use a windshield protecting formula on a regular basis so when it does rain cats and dogs you are prepared and can easily see. There are many products on the market that are made for keeping your windshield waterproof, and they can make driving in the rain a lot safer. Here is a video to show you the difference between having a rain shield product and not.

Turn Your Headlights On

It is Missouri law to turn on your headlights when your windshield wipers are required. While you may feel like you can see your surroundings and that your headlights aren't necessary, having your lights on does make it easier for other people to see you. When the weather is dark, dreary, cloudy or even foggy, this can make a huge difference in visibility for others seeing you.

Give Other Vehicles More Space

While it's important to give other vehicles plenty of space on a beautiful day, it's also incredibly important when the weather is somewhat dangerous. The Missouri Driving Guide from the Department of Revenue says that you should follow the Three Second Rule (and no...this is not the same rule you follow when you drop food on the floor!)

"THREE SECOND RULE
A good way to measure your safe following distance is to use the “three second rule.” Choose an object near the road ahead, like a sign or telephone pole. As the vehicle ahead of you passes it, count slowly, “One thousand one, one thousand two, one thousand three.” If you reach the object before you finish counting, you are too close to the vehicle ahead."

When driving in rainy weather, add one or two more seconds to that to create a safe space between you and the car ahead.

The Best Car Maintenance at the Lake of The Ozarks

No matter what the weather conditions, accidents can happen, even if you are a safe driver. At Bledsoe's Towing, we want to keep you on the road longer, and that starts with safe driving practices. If, however, you do find yourself in a position where you need a car mechanic at the Lake of the Ozarks, we would be glad to help you fix the problems and get back on the road!

Serving the Lake of the Ozark with all towing at automotive 

needs - big or small!

www.BledsoesTowing.com

322 South Business Route 5

Camdenton, Missouri 65020

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