During winter, dense fog often blankets roads, drastically reducing visibility. In many places, drivers are unable to see even a few metres ahead. This near-zero visibility is one of the biggest reasons for road accidents every year. However, by following a few simple but crucial precautions, you can drive safely and protect both yourself and others.

Keep your windshield clear

Fog often causes mist to form on the windshield, making it even harder to see the road.

• Turn on the AC for a few minutes

• This helps remove moisture and clears the mist quickly

• A clear windshield improves visibility and reaction time

Use reflector tape

Installing reflector tape on the rear bumper or under the boot is extremely helpful.

• The tape reflects light from vehicles behind

• It alerts other drivers that a vehicle is ahead

• This simple step can prevent rear-end collisions in foggy conditions

Always use the defogger

Most modern cars come with a rear windshield defogger, visible as thin lines on the glass.

• Press the defogger button while driving

• It clears fog from the rear glass within minutes

• This helps you monitor traffic behind you safely

Turn on parking lights

In foggy conditions, parking lights are more effective than high beams.

• They help other drivers spot your vehicle from a distance

• Both front and rear lights turn on, increasing visibility

• Avoid using high beams, as they reflect off the fog and reduce vision

Car driving mistakes that can prove costly in fog

Avoid these dangerous habits at all costs:

• Driving at high speed

• Not maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle ahead

• Stopping suddenly on the road or shoulder

• Trying to overtake unnecessarily

• Changing lanes suddenly without using indicators