Study topic
Driving in rain and wet weather in Ireland
Ireland's wet climate makes rain-driving skills vital, and the theory test reflects this. Wet roads change how your vehicle grips, brakes and steers.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ Wet roads can double your braking distance, so leave a four-second following gap.
- ◆ Aquaplaning happens when water lifts the tyres off the road and you lose grip and steering.
- ◆ If you aquaplane, ease off the accelerator and do not brake or steer harshly.
- ◆ Use dipped headlights in heavy rain so you can be seen.
- ◆ Drive slowly through standing water and test your brakes gently afterwards.