What should you do if road conditions become hazardous?

When road conditions become hazardous, increasing your following distance is a critical safety measure. This practice provides additional time and space to react to sudden changes or obstacles on the road. Hazardous conditions can include wet or icy roads, poor visibility, or any situation that could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle. By maintaining a greater distance from the vehicle in front of you, you enhance your ability to stop safely if necessary and reduce the risk of a rear-end collision.

Maintaining a steady speed or speeding up to pass through hazardous conditions can compromise safety, as these actions may lead to a greater likelihood of losing control. Similarly, using high beams can be counterproductive in conditions of low visibility due to rain or fog, as it may create glare that makes it more difficult to see. Therefore, the safest practice is to increase your following distance, as it allows for a more cautious and controlled approach to navigating dangerous road conditions.