Whenever we are approaching the 3rd or 4th month of the year, this is an indication that the rains are here.....and driving under the rain sometimes can be somehow. I was with a friend sometimes last week on the Island and it started raining, and driving from the Island to Festac in the rain was so stressful, as in I no see anything, na grace carry us reach our destination.

So today we will be giving tips on how to drive safely when its raining.

1. Keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times

Keep all distractions, such as cell phones or even the radio, off and away from you. While focus to your front do Take a Look in Back View Mirror as well Right Hand side & Left Hand side so that you get an 360 degree over view what is happening around any mud slide or falling tree, electric pole, hanging electrical wires , or in coming hazard etc.

2. Turn on your headlights for good visual

This will make it easier for you to see what is in front of you; thus, preventing any accidents.

3. Keep a minimum of five car length from the car in front of you.

You never know what other drivers are going to do or what could happen to you! If that feels too close or too far a rule of thumb is 1 second of following distance per 10 mph (16 km/h). That holds true especially in bad weather.

4. Drive at or below the speed limit.

Remember that its raining and the ground willing be wet thereby reducing the fricition of the brakes. It is advisable you drive as a speed that you can easily control and go along with even if things want to go hay-wire. Remember you are not going for Formula 1 race.

5. Be aware that the maximum speed at which you can drive is DIRECTLY related to your tires.

Nothing makes a journey a good or bad one than having a reliable tire. Be sure to know the condition of your tyres. Radial tires have better traction than the old bias ply polyester tires, but even they lose their ability to grip wet pavement and channel water out as the tread wears out.

6. Be aware of hydroplaning.

Hydroplanning can be defined as a situation in which a vehicle slides out of control on a wet road This is where your vehicle travels on top of the water and has NO or very little contact with the ground. Your traction is reduced significantly. To safely get out of a hydroplaning situation let off the gas and steer straight or slightly in the direction you must go. Do not make sudden motions and remain calm.

7. Avoid flooded roads.

If you are a Lagos driver, by now you ought to have an idea of no go areas when it rains. Areas like Apapa, Wharf, Oshodi should be deserted or if possible, its advisable to go with the public transport. Never drive through standing or flowing water in a road way unless you have no choice or you are able to follow someone else to judge the depth of the water. Flooding the engine of your car can cause the engine to stall, and deep water can actually float your car and take it off the roadway.

8.Turn on the defroster if the windshield begins to fog.

When it rains, there are likely tendencies that your windshield gets foggy thereby affecting the proper visibility of the driver, the best way to avoid this is to turn on your defroster. In hot, muggy weather, air conditioned air (which cannot contain as much moisture) will usually clear the inside of the windshield faster than non air conditioned.

9. Brakes can be hydrophobic too

Driving in rain may be fun especially when the roads are good and the car is in good shape, but caution needs to be taken when it comes to brakes. Wet drum type brakes are prone to a decrease in stopping power after driving through deep water.

10. Watch for splashing from potholes and pools of water that accumulate at clogged storm drain pipes and low areas of the pavement.

Highways also develop “ruts” where the heaviest traffic tracks, and you may be able to position your vehicle while remaining in your lane to avoid these.


Source:
http://www.autoreportng.com/2017/04/rain-driving-tips-for-nigerian-drivers.html

Lalasticlala
Mynd44
Ishilove
Marpol
Semid4lyfe
Obinoscopy
Seun

Now that the rain is here, Drive jeje ooo

Read more here...

http://www.autoreportng.com/2017/04/rain-driving-tips-for-nigerian-drivers.html

I prefer to park at the nearest filling station when it gets too heavy.

nepapole:
I prefer to park at the nearest filling station when it gets too heavy.

I know dat kind of motor!

tukdi:


I know dat kind of motor!

.. D one Wey no get wiper. Wa shere padi mi.

nepapole:

.. D one Wey no get wiper. Wa shere padi mi.

LOL... Let me keep quiet..

AutoReportNG:
Now that the rain is here, Drive jeje ooo

In addition to number 2, turn on your headlights for better visibility, not your hazard lights.

I've been dreading this period. Driving the rain could be a nightmare.
Safety to all drivers.

Nice tips and I agree totally

Expecting safety tips for bicycle rider during the raining season

If you leave in River rine area take another route as your river might have become Double
This happened to me at a time when thebRiver in my area bcame full having no experience i drove enter it
Hence i got Stull in between ,causing Damage to my BrainBox of over 100k and other electrical Gadjets
Drive Safely

clems88:
Expecting safety tips for bicycle rider during the raining season

And the pedestrians

nepapole:

.. D one Wey no get wiper. Wa shere padi mi.

una no go kill me 4 here...

My driving skills is about 65% that of 007...ain't scared of even snow. Rainy days only improve them. My only fear is the damage water can do to my fan belt...yeah, it's a saloon car. However, it's good to be safe than sorry. ..take the op's advice and free me...

The rut on that oshodi road around charity and cele coming towards oshodi no be here. Na so steering go just dey vibrate anyhow for person hand. In fact, you go even start to dey wonder if the road wants to hijack the vehicle from you.

nepapole:
I prefer to park at the nearest filling station when it gets too heavy.

No good wiper, no a/c in car, tokumbo tyre on all wheels, etc. I underhand shaa. Safety first.

9. Brakes can be hydrophobic too

Driving in the rain may be fun especially when the roads are good and the car is in good shape, but caution needs to be taken when it comes to brakes. Wet drum type brakes are prone to a decrease in stopping power after driving through deep water.

Driving in the rain is never fun for me regardless of the condition of my car. I avoid it like I avoid mosquitoes

If this was posted 3 weeks ago, I wouldn't have had the accident that cost me all my money. it was a minor accident of hitting another vehicle that stopped on the road at the back...but the parts of my car are very expensive. Spent all buying parts

Thanks op

lonelydora:


No good wiper, no a/c in car, tokumbo tyre on all wheels, etc. I underhand shaa. Safety first.

U gorrit..na bumper package.

AutoReportNG:
Now that the rain is here, Drive jeje ooo

Read more here...

Http://www.autoreportng.com/2017/04/rain-driving-tips-for-nigerian-drivers.html

recommend a very good car tracker for a tipper that is not too pricey please.

So na grace you take drive for inside rain. Dat one mean say i go need even special grace since i dey drive front & reverse. lol