How should you adjust your driving in fog, rain, or snow?

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When visibility is reduced by fog, rain, or snow, the most important adjustments are to slow down, increase the distance to the vehicle ahead, and use the right headlights. Slower speed gives you more time to react and to stop safely on slick surfaces, while keeping extra space between cars helps you avoid a collision if you need to brake suddenly. Using appropriate headlights makes you more visible to others and improves your own ability to see the road; in fog, use low beams (or fog lights if available) because high beams can reflect off the moisture and reduce your view. In rain or snow, keep headlights on so others can see you, and avoid turning them off or using high beams, which can glare and worsen visibility. This combination directly addresses both reduced visibility and reduced traction, making your driving safer in poor weather.