Rain is falling and spray from other vehicles cuts your visibility. Besides headlights, you should:

• A.Follow a large truck closely to block the spray
• B.Turn on your high beams
• C.Slow down and leave extra space in front of your vehicle
• D.Open your window to listen for traffic

Why

Your headlights must be on when wipers are needed, and extra space protects you when you cannot see far ahead. Spray is worst behind large vehicles, so give them room.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Driving in Bad Weather · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-179).

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