5 things you should know about driving in fog

Use windshield wipers and defroster as necessary to maximise visibility.

  • Use windshield wipers and defroster as necessary to maximise visibility.
    Use windshield wipers and defroster as necessary to maximise visibility.
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  • Drive with lights on low beam. High beams will reflect off the fog, creating a "white wall" effect.
    Drive with lights on low beam. High beams will reflect off the fog, creating a "white wall" effect.
  • Fog creates a visual illusion of slow motion when you may actually be speeding. Reduce your speed - and watch your speedometer.
    Fog creates a visual illusion of slow motion when you may actually be speeding. Reduce your speed - and watch your speedometer.
  • Avoid changing or crossing traffic lanes.
    Avoid changing or crossing traffic lanes.
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  • Listen for traffic you cannot see. Open your window a little, to hear better.
    Listen for traffic you cannot see. Open your window a little, to hear better.