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When driving during the daytime in reduced visibility, how can I stay safe?
I feel silly turning on my headlights when it’s foggy. Sometimes they make it even harder to see! But I feel like I should be doing something. How do you drive in low-visibility conditions?
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
While turning on your high beams won’t usually help you when driving during the daytime in reduced visibility, turning on your fog lights (or
low-beam headlights
) can really help.Although counterintuitive, using a higher headlight setting can make it harder to see in smoke, fog, or rain because the light reflects off the particles in the air.
It’s typically a good idea to slow down when driving in conditions with reduced visibility, as well. This is because you won’t have as long to react to obstructions or hazards in your path.
If you ever feel like your visibility is limited to the point of danger, don’t be afraid to pull over and wait for conditions to clear.
While driving safely is top of mind, make sure you have great car insurance—and aren’t overpaying for it.
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