» When driving in rainy weather, you should:

When driving in rainy weather, you should:

Steer and brake smoothly.
Steer off the road.
Drive in low gear.
Drive at higher speeds to improve traction.
Explanation

Rain, snow or ice make roads slippery. To improve your safety under these conditions, reduce your speed and increase your following distance. Steer and brake smoothly to maintain control of your vehicle and prevent skidding. If your vehicle begins to lose traction, decrease your speed even more.

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