Bright sunlight shining through your windshield can cause serious issues during the fall, so make sure you know what to do to stay safe.
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00:00 - Well, if you are hitting the road this weekend,
00:01 sunlight can be an unexpected driving hazard
00:04 during your commute.
00:05 Fall brings less daylight and the sun rises later
00:08 and sets earlier during rush hour.
00:10 The bright light can reduce your visibility
00:12 and make it harder to see traffic lights.
00:14 To get your destination safely,
00:15 make sure to leave plenty of room
00:17 between you and the car in front of you.
00:19 You should also be extra cautious
00:20 driving through neighborhoods and school zones.
00:23 - Slowing down is the biggest safety factor
00:28 in most circumstances.
00:30 The slower you go, the more reaction time you have.
00:33 Your reaction time will be cut because it's harder to see.
00:36 So you really need to keep your speed down.
00:38 - If you're having a hard time seeing what's ahead,
00:41 use lane markings to help guide you.
00:44 You can also drive with your headlights on
00:45 to increase your visibility to other drivers.
00:48 - Another hazard on the roads during the fall,
00:51 that colorful fall foliage that's now on the ground
00:54 in most areas across the country.
00:56 So leaves on the road can create some slick driving conditions.