How to drive safely in wet weather

Driving safe on wet roads can be tricky, here are some tips

The winter weather may soon be behind us, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that driving conditions will improve significantly over the next couple months. Spring weather is often consistent with warmer temperatures, but it also means a lot more rain, which could make for dangerous driving conditions, particularly at night.
Here are some tips for staying safe in the wet conditions:
Allow your windows to defrost
Your windows tend to fog up when it’s raining.  Fortunately, there are a couple things you can do to avoid this problem. The easiest and quickest way is to just press the defrost button in your car – ohh technology!  If it’s not raining too hard, you can also try rolling down your windows a crack to lower your vehicle’s temperature. This approach should remove some of the humidity in your car which will allow your window to clear up.
Replace your windshield wipers
If there’s one thing you want working when it’s raining hard, it’s your windshield wipers. Many drivers don’t realize, but your windshield wipers should really be replaced every year – especially after a long and cold winter like the one we just experienced.
Clean your windshield regularly
The cleaner your windshield, the easier it will be to see the road ahead when it’s raining outside. Make a habit of cleaning your windshield once a week. This will help to remove any debris or streaks that have accumulated over the previous several days.
Check your tires
If your tires are worn, you’ll have a harder time gripping the road, especially if it’s raining hard or there are puddles on the road. Before switching out your winter tires this spring, check to see if your all-season/summer tires are due for a replacement.
Replacing tires can become quite expensive, but it’s more important that you stay safe when you’re driving in a bad rainstorm.
Turn your headlights on
One of the biggest issues with wet-weather driving is it hinders your ability to see your surroundings. To help counteract that problem, you should turn your low-beam headlights on, even if it’s relatively light outside. Your headlights will help give other drivers a better point of reference and could help prevent an accident.
Avoid puddles whenever possible
You should try to avoid puddles whenever you can. If you absolutely have to drive through them, make sure to slow down. Puddles can often look much shallower than they actually are. If you drive too quickly, you could lose grip of the road which could cause you to slip.
Remember to tap on the brakes once or twice after you’ve driven through a puddle to help dry off the brakes.