The wind is blowing leaves everywhere!
The wonderful sweater wearing, bonfire making, staying out late time of year is here. When the air is crisp and cool, and the bugs go back to Hell where they belong, and the trees look like they're on fire with orange and red fireballs dancing on the wind slowly falling to the ground. For that one moment you feel as if nothing is wrong in the world... and then the sky opens up and lets the waterfalls come crashing down. Now there's nothing but mud and you still have to rake the enormous pile of now sopping wet leaves, and to top it off you have to drive across town to buy leaf bags. Welcome to Fall... well, Fall in Illinois that is. While you're enjoying a nice little walk before the rain or even dancing in the middle of a wet leaf tornado, don't forget you still have to drive in all of this!
Here are few things to look out for while driving this Fall:
Fog. Fog can dramatically decrease visibility. Fog is a common problem in the fall, particularly during early morning and evening hours and in areas with hills, mountains, trees and water. To battle the visibility challenges, make sure you are using low beam headlights, drive slowly and cautiously, with plenty of extra distance between you and other cars.
Morning Frost. As the temperatures start to drop and we move toward winter, overnight temperatures can get low enough to cause frost. Those driving in the early morning should pay particular attention to the possibility of frost, especially on bridges, overpasses and shady areas, as those areas can form frost first. It’s also critical to clear windshields and all windows of frost before getting on the road.
Sun Glare. Glare from the sun isn’t the first driving danger you think of when you think fall, but it’s still something to be aware of, especially during morning and evening rush hours. So, keep a pair of sunglasses handy, and make sure your windshield is clean.
Leaves. As the leaves begin to fall, they can wreak havoc on the roads by covering traffic lines and pavement markings. In addition, when leaves on the roads get wet, they can be just as slippery as ice. If you’re driving along a road that is covered in leaves, whether they are dry or wet, slow down and drive with extra caution.
Deer. Fall is the breeding season for deer, so you will see them darting across and alongside the road more often, especially between sunset and sunrise. Be aware that deer travel in small packs, so if one deer crosses the road, he/she will usually be followed by others
Share these tips with a friend, colleague, or teen driver!
J&S FixQuik Automotive | Mobile Auto Repair | Aurora, IL
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