Reduced Visibility
What can help reduce sun glare?
Sunglasses/visor
What happens to tires on wet roads?
Tires lose grip/traction and may hydroplane
What should you check on your car in hot weather?
Tire pressure and car fluids (oil, coolant)
When should you turn headlights on?
In low light, rain, fog, dawn, or dusk
You’re blinded by sun glare—what’s the first thing you do?
Slow down, use visor/sunglasses, look to the right edge of the road
Why should you clean your windshield before driving?
Dirt blocks light, creates glare, and makes it harder to see
What is “black ice”?
Thin, invisible ice layer on the road, very slippery
Why can cold weather cause slippery roads?
Ice and snow reduce traction, making roads slippery
What’s the 3-second rule, and when should you extend it?
Stay 3 seconds behind the car in normal conditions; extend it to 5-6 seconds in bad weather
You hit a patch of ice—what do you do with the steering wheel?
Keep steering gently in the direction you want to go (don’t jerk the wheel)
True/False – Fog lights should be used in heavy fog.
True – Fog lights help in heavy fog
How do you steer when your car starts to skid?
Steer in the same direction as the skid until you regain control
What’s one tip for smooth winter driving?
Accelerate/brake slowly, keep more distance, drive smoothly
If your windows fog up, what setting should you use in the car?
Use defrost or air conditioning to clear fogged windows
You’re driving in heavy rain—should you use high beams or low beams?
Low beams (high beams reflect back and reduce visibility)
Name two weather conditions that reduce visibility.
Fog, rain, snow, smoke, dust storms
Why should you increase following distance in snow/ice?
Because stopping distance increases and cars slide more easily
True/False – Hot weather makes tires expand and can cause blowouts.
True – Heat makes air expand in tires, leading to blowouts
Why should you avoid sudden movements on icy roads?
Sudden moves cause tires to lose grip and make you skid more
A strong gust of wind pushes your car—what should you do?
Hold the steering wheel firmly and steer straight until stable
Why is low visibility especially dangerous at night?
Because headlights, signs, pedestrians, and obstacles are harder to see
Explain “controlled braking” in one sentence.
Press the brakes firmly but not too hard to avoid locking wheels (or apply steady pressure if ABS is on)
Explain why warming up your car in cold weather is important.
So fluids circulate properly, windows defrost, and the engine runs smoothly
What’s the safest way to brake on a slippery surface?
Brake gently and steadily (use controlled braking or ABS)
Name 3 different adverse conditions and one tip for each.
Fog → use low beams; Ice → slow down/steer gently; Sun glare → use visor/sunglasses