How to Avoid the Risks a Driver Can Encounter On Summer Roads
Summer brings to mind long hot days where a trip to the beach or country is in order. It also opens up the possibilities of going out on the open road enjoying the weather. Even if bad weather days have passed there are still other dangers on the roads which can affect the unwary motorist.
Rain is not prevalent during the summer months, and as a result the roads get quite hot. They also collect debris which is not washed from the motorways. Dust, rubber, oil, and other minerals may begin to layer on the roads making them slick for the drivers of summer.
Slicker conditions appear after a short amount of rain. The debris is still on the road, but now it is mixed with the water which is not running off in the drains. This condition can surprise the unwary motorist more than you might consider.
When driving on the road after it is has rained following a prolonged warm spell be aware that your braking distances will increase considerably, and take particular care when cornering as you will find the level of grip is much lower.
Asphalt, after a very hot dry period is worse than just after a short rain. A polished sheen can be seen on the ground as the heat mixes with the tar. The more cars that travel over an area the hotter the road can become.
The warm and enjoyable weather will bring out more than a keen driver. It will also bring out the holiday motorists with their caravans. The open road becomes a mecca for those who enjoy a long drive in the country with their convertible or the travelling family wanting to camp out. Holiday caravan drivers can put a small ruffle in the drive, but you should not irritate them. They have every right to be on the road, thus remaining calm is essential even if you are wishing to pass.
Be aware that many of these drivers will have been travelling for long distances, on roads they are unfamiliar with, possibly distracted by their children or satellite navigation. Be prepared for them to make unexpected manoeuvres without signalling, and factor this into your decision when deciding whether it is appropriate to overtake them, and remember you easily come across a slow moving vehicle mid way through a blind bend.
Modern vehicles come with daylights which turn on even when it is sunny out. Running lights during the day in summer has been researched, which is one reason daylights are now on modern cars. It was determined that having lights in the daytime reduces collisions and accidents by 12 percent. Factors like sun glasses, spotty shaded areas, and the summer sun makes leaving your lights on safer for other drivers to see you and you to see them. - 21396
Rain is not prevalent during the summer months, and as a result the roads get quite hot. They also collect debris which is not washed from the motorways. Dust, rubber, oil, and other minerals may begin to layer on the roads making them slick for the drivers of summer.
Slicker conditions appear after a short amount of rain. The debris is still on the road, but now it is mixed with the water which is not running off in the drains. This condition can surprise the unwary motorist more than you might consider.
When driving on the road after it is has rained following a prolonged warm spell be aware that your braking distances will increase considerably, and take particular care when cornering as you will find the level of grip is much lower.
Asphalt, after a very hot dry period is worse than just after a short rain. A polished sheen can be seen on the ground as the heat mixes with the tar. The more cars that travel over an area the hotter the road can become.
The warm and enjoyable weather will bring out more than a keen driver. It will also bring out the holiday motorists with their caravans. The open road becomes a mecca for those who enjoy a long drive in the country with their convertible or the travelling family wanting to camp out. Holiday caravan drivers can put a small ruffle in the drive, but you should not irritate them. They have every right to be on the road, thus remaining calm is essential even if you are wishing to pass.
Be aware that many of these drivers will have been travelling for long distances, on roads they are unfamiliar with, possibly distracted by their children or satellite navigation. Be prepared for them to make unexpected manoeuvres without signalling, and factor this into your decision when deciding whether it is appropriate to overtake them, and remember you easily come across a slow moving vehicle mid way through a blind bend.
Modern vehicles come with daylights which turn on even when it is sunny out. Running lights during the day in summer has been researched, which is one reason daylights are now on modern cars. It was determined that having lights in the daytime reduces collisions and accidents by 12 percent. Factors like sun glasses, spotty shaded areas, and the summer sun makes leaving your lights on safer for other drivers to see you and you to see them. - 21396
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