Toyota of N Charlotte’s tips for safer night driving

Driving has become second nature to many people and we often forget that there are always dangers when we get on the road. While driving during the daylight comes with its own set of hazards, driving at night is especially unsafe. Only 25% of traveling occurs during the evening hours but, according to the NHTSA, almost half of all traffic related fatalities occur during those times. Unfortunately, driving at night is something we can’t just avoid, but we can take steps to make it a safer driving experience. Check out these tips from Toyota of N Charlotte and stay safe.

Drive alert

Being fatigued can almost certainly lead to an accident and driving at night can only make your exhaustion worse. Before you get behind the wheel, make sure to rest and, if you feel tired while driving your N Charlotte Toyota car, find the nearest rest area and rest before resuming your commute.

Limit distractions

Distractions like cell phone use, eating, and paying attention to your passengers can take your attention from the road ahead and poses a safety hazard. With limited vision and the brightness of headlights while driving at night, you can’t afford to get distracted. Put away your phone, dim the cabin lights, and have your passengers settled down to stay more focused.

Clean your N Charlotte Toyota car’s windshield

Your vehicle’s windshield is the one way you’re able to see the road ahead safely and if it’s dirty then trying to see what’s ahead becomes difficult. Especially when you’re driving at night. Be sure to wipe your N Charlotte Toyota car’s windshield clean to avoid obscured vision. Also, make sure to inspect your windshield wiper blades to see if they need to be replaced.

Drive defensively

With limited vision and heavy headlight reliance, driving at night poses a world of threats to N Charlotte Toyota drivers. Always keep your headlights on while driving in the dark to increase your visibility and use your high beam headlights when necessary. Make sure to leave plenty of space between you and the driver in front of you, slow down your speed to increase your reaction time, and stay focused on the road ahead.

Get a regular eye exam

Driving your N Charlotte Toyota car relies almost entirely on your ability to see the road clearly in front of you. If you’re wearing your corrective lenses (contacts, glasses, etc.) and still having issues seeing clearly when driving at night, you could be developing a form of night blindness. Make sure to consult a optometrist regularly and take eye exams to ensure that you’re up to date on your prescriptions.

Drive safely with Toyota of N Charlotte

Driving at night is always dangerous, but taking steps to drive carefully and stay focused can keep you safe. If you need additional safe driving tips, to replace your windshield wipers replaced, or your headlights cleaned, then visit Toyota of N Charlotte! Give us a call at (704) 659 – 2025.