Cadillac 2009 owner manual Driving at Night, Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Driving at Night

Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.

Night driving tips include:

•Drive defensively.

•Do not drink and drive.

•Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside rearview mirror.

•Slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles because headlamps can only light up so much road ahead.

•Watch for animals.

•When tired, pull off the road.

•Do not wear sunglasses.

•Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps.

•Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean — inside and out.

•Keep your eyes moving, especially during turns or curves.

No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But, as we get older, these differences increase. A

50-year-old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction

and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep-standing or flowing water.

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Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle.

After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally.

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