By: Payal
Winter's return brings thick fog that can turn even familiar motorways into tricky stretches – staying alert and prepared keeps your long drives safe and stress-free.
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Use the white edge line as your guide when visibility drops; it helps keep you in your lane and prevents drifting into oncoming traffic.
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Fog outside and condensation inside can both blur your view – run your demister and use cloth wipes when needed for crisp visibility.
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Turn down music and slightly open a window so you can hear horns or engines – sound often clues you into nearby vehicles before you see them.
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Navigation apps can't warn about sudden bends, stalled vehicles, or potholes ahead – stay attentive to the road and signs.
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If fog gets too dense, pull off safely to a petrol station or lay-by, switch on hazard lights, and wait – it's smarter than pushing through blindly.
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Avoid abrupt lane changes; signal early and make calculated moves to avoid surprising other drivers in low visibility.
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