As we welcome back the fall season, we should remember some crucial driving habits to help us adapt to the road conditions. We hope these tips help you enjoy this season and drive safely!
Winter Tires
Now is the time to prepare your vehicle for the upcoming snowy season. While all-season tires are good for year-round use, winter tires are made specifically for winter conditions, providing more tread on snow and ice than other tires. It is up to the individual to decide if they need winter tires – depending on their area’s winter conditions, snowfall, flurries, and more. If your vehicle has all-season tires, you should drive carefully in snowy conditions and give yourself more time to brake.
Window Condensation
As the air gets cooler, condensation will form on your vehicle’s windows. This condensation can make it hard to see while driving, so make sure to wipe it off before you drive. Either use a cloth or your hand to wipe the condensation off your vehicle’s windows, ensuring you can see through every window before hitting the road.
Foggy Windows
Your vehicle’s windows may also fog up from the seasonal temperature changes. A quick and easy fix for foggy windows is turning your heat on and changing the cabin vent primarily to your dashboard. A few minutes of heat will remove the fog, allowing you full visibility while driving. You may also experience foggy windows while driving due to the temperature within the car, which can also be removed by using heat.
Sun Glare
For a lot of us, these hot and long summer days are turning into cold and short winter days. The sun rises later and sets earlier, often resulting in very sunny commutes to work and school that can feel blinding. Be prepared for this sun glare by keeping sunglasses on hand in your vehicle. If you have glasses, prescription sunglasses are great for protecting your eyes and maintaining good vision.
Leaves on the Road
As the leaves change colors and fall to the ground, they may cover the road and any obstacles on said road, such as potholes, road debris, or curbs. Fallen leaves can also be slippery as fall mornings tend to have a lot of condensation. Though we cannot control the falling leaves blanketing our roads, by driving cautiously, continuously scanning the road, and monitoring how drivers in front of us are reacting, we can do our best to avoid road debris or potholes hidden on the road.
We hope these tips are helpful! You can drive confidently each season when you know the road, your vehicle, and TrypScore to help you along the way. Happy fall and another season of safe driving!
