When driving in fog, what should you do?

When driving in fog, using low-beam headlights and reducing speed is essential for safe navigation. Low-beam headlights are designed to illuminate the road immediately in front of the vehicle without causing excessive glare that can reflect off fog or precipitation, which could impair visibility further. This illumination helps the driver see the road and any potential hazards more clearly.

Reducing speed is also critical because fog can drastically decrease visibility, making it difficult to judge distances and the speed of other vehicles. Lower speeds allow for better reaction times to any unexpected situations, such as sudden stops by other vehicles or obstacles in the roadway.

Having headlights on low beam not only helps the driver see but also increases the visibility of the vehicle to others on the road, which is an important safety consideration in low visibility conditions.