Tomorrow marks the first day of Fall: the season of colorful leaves, hay rides, and pumpkin everything! However, Fall also presents some unique challenges in regards to driving, as any season does. Now that Fall is right around the corner, we’re sharing some tips on how to drive safely these next couple months!
Fall marks the start of deer breeding season, so expect to see plenty more deer activity near roads, especially in wooded areas. Deer are most active during sunrise and sunset (common commuting hours), so be most careful on your drive to and from work!
More often than not, Fall brings more rainy days than Summer does (although, the rain has been more than plentiful this Summer in Pennsylvania!) Make sure to refresh your knowledge of the best rainy weather driving practices so you’re more prepared for this season’s rainy days. Our rainy weather driving infographic provides some great tips that will keep you safe!
Fog is a common problem in the Fall, especially in the mornings and evenings, around hills, trees, and bodies of water. Get into the habit of toggling your low beams/fog lights on your daily commutes, and always increase your following distance in foggy conditions!
Sun glare isn’t the first hazard we think of when considering conditions to look out for in Fall, but near the Autumnal Equinox, the sun perfectly aligns with East/West bound roadways during sunrise and sunset. To combat the lack of visibility this will cause, always have a pair of sunglasses to hand, make sure your sun visor is free of obstructions and can be easily used, and make sure your windshield has no dirt/streaks on it!
During Fall, temperatures tend to be comfortable during the day, but drop dramatically at night. This is why you see frost on almost everything on early Fall mornings. While frost might look pretty, it can be dangerous/slippery when it forms on the roads. It commonly forms on overpasses, bridges, and shaded areas of the road, so don’t brake or turn suddenly when driving in these places.
As with frost, the colorful falling leaves may be pretty, but they present a hazard when they lay on the roads. Wet leaves can be as slick as ice, so use caution while driving over them. In addition, leaves can obscure the lane dividing lines or potholes, so always stay vigilant!
Thanks for reading, and be sure to share this information so more people can become aware of the risks associated with Fall driving!
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