Drive safe in winter by following these tips

 

Driving in the rain is one of the most dangerous and difficult types of driving since it requires great concentration and driving skills that can fit up with the stormy weather, heavy rain and accompanying fog, torrents and wet roads. For this reason, you must prepare yourself and your car for winter and rainy weather. Also be careful and follow some tips and instructions for driving in the rain in order to maintain your safety and avoid traffic accidents that often happened in the winter.

 

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The General Directorate of Traffic driving tips in Qatar:

 

To reduce traffic accidents in Qatar in winter, the General Directorate of Traffic has published a set of guidelines for drivers to follow while driving in rainy weather as follows:

 

1- Drivers should stay in the middle of the path away from the side of the road.

2- Check tires to ensure they are steady on the ground during rain.

3- Check the car brakes after the rain.

4- Make sure the glass wipes are working efficiently.

5- Adhere to speeds limits on roads.

 

 

Tips To Prevent slipping on the road:

 

It is known that traffic accidents increase in rainy weather in winter due to the accumulation of rain on the roads and the occurrence of ice on the ground, which increases the risk of slipping on the road. To maintain your safety, follow these tips:

 

1- Reduce driving speed so you can control your car and ensure your safety.

2- Keep an adequate safety distance between you and other vehicles to avoid any surprises on the road.

3- At roundabouts and slopes, use brakes gently and gradually to ensure your safety.

4- Before getting out of your car, check the brakes of the vehicle and make sure it is working efficiently.

5- Check the tires of the car and prepare them to receive winter and rain.

6- Make sure that windshield wipers work perfectly since they are important while driving.

7- Maintain a clear level of vision by preventing fog from forming on the windshield.

8- Ensure that the front lighting and fog lighting are ready to use while driving.

9- Do not enter the roads full of water at high speed so you prevent water to enter the car mator and electrical connections.

10- Make sure that there are some emergency tools such as a backup frame, a crane, and a first aid kit and others.

 

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If you exposed to slipping on the road, follow these tips:

 

1- don’t put your foot on the petrol pedal and use brakes firmly.

2- Keep calm and do not try to change the path quickly.

3- Use the anti-slip brake system ( ABS ) if exists in your car.

 

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