What should you do if weather conditions make driving hazardous?

Reducing your speed and increasing your following distance is the most appropriate action to take when weather conditions make driving hazardous. In adverse conditions such as rain, snow, ice, or fog, visibility and traction can become significantly compromised. By reducing your speed, you allow yourself more time to react to unexpected situations, such as sudden stops or obstacles on the road.

Increasing the following distance provides a greater buffer zone between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead, allowing for safer stopping distances and more time to respond to changes in traffic. This approach helps mitigate the risk of skidding or losing control of the vehicle and significantly enhances safety for you, your passengers, and other road users.

In contrast, driving at the usual speed limit does not consider the impact of adverse weather and could lead to dangerous conditions. Using high beams in poor visibility can be counterproductive, as they can reflect off precipitation and further hinder visibility rather than improve it. Ignoring road conditions based on experience disregards the unpredictability of how weather affects driving, making it an unsafe choice.