Special situations

Night driving

Master night driving with our safety guide. Learn about headlight use, visibility challenges, and staying alert.

Intermediate15 min

Visibility Challenges

Night driving presents unique challenges. Reduced visibility, glare from oncoming vehicles, and fatigue all increase risk.

Headlight Use

Use low beams in traffic and fog. Switch to high beams on dark roads with no oncoming traffic. Dim for oncoming vehicles.

Key points

  1. 01Use headlights from dusk to dawn
  2. 02Dim high beams for oncoming traffic
  3. 03Reduce speed at night
  4. 04Watch for pedestrians and animals

Pro tips

  • Keep windshield and headlights clean
  • Avoid looking directly at oncoming lights
  • Take breaks if feeling drowsy

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Overdriving headlights (driving too fast to stop in lit area)
  • Not dimming high beams for others
  • Driving when fatigued

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