Safe Driving When Foggy Conditions

Bad weather in various parts of Indonesia is estimated to still not over . Well, for riders who live in the highlands or often covered with smoke or fog should be extra careful . Because it can shorten or even cover the rider visibility . The best course , reduce speed and change the style of driving to avoid accidents .

Motorbeam summarizes some tips on safe driving when the weather is foggy :

1 . Plan your travel route
It is better to observe carefully map destination before travel to high altitude areas . GPS systems help to find an alternative path if needed . Fixed monitor weather forecasts before starting the journey .

2 . Use fog lights
Most manufacturers are now pinned on the fog lights as standard equipment car , but if none , can be paired additional products . Its function illuminates the path closest to the car . Better not use much light because it could interfere with the vehicle from the opposite direction . Good color fog lights to improve visibility is yellow . White light can complicate the view because light tends to bounce .

3 . Turn on the heater glass
Water vapor can be attached to the glass due to the difference in temperature inside and outside the cabin . Consequently blurred vision . Heating systems and can help eliminate glass sweeper .

4 . Keep your distance from other cars 5 seconds
Always keep the 5 seconds of another car that was in front . The goal , giving the time when braking suddenly , 5 seconds is considered adequate time to respond to unexpected events . Avoid sudden movements when driving in fog weather .

5 . Keep a constant speed
Fog can cover the surface of the road , the driver suggested retaining the speed of the car is not too tight and constant , usually 30-40 kph. Avoid overtake another vehicle when not needed . Try to keep driving in a single lane . Use the lane divider lines as a guide .

6 . Avoid parking fog
If you must stop , look for parking spots away from roads . Better not stop at all because there is the possibility of getting hit from behind .

7 . Stay focused
Driving in the fog took a lot of concentration . The focus is not only for the rider but also the passengers . Turn down the volume of the audio system to be more vigilant .

8 . Do not drive if possible
Driving in fog can be extremely risky . If visibility was severely disrupted better not to travel , especially at night .