Tips for Driving in Heavy Rain
May flowers aren't the only thing April showers bring - this month's characteristic heavy rainfall also brings hazardous driving conditions for people all across Missouri. Even a small amount of rain can create dangerous conditions for drivers who are not prepared or not paying attention. As we settle into April, here are a few rainy weather driving tips from your friends at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC . Check The Tread On Your Tires Before you even start driving, give your tires a quick once-over to see how the tread is holding up. The deeper the tread, the better chance your tires will have at retaining traction on the roads. If the tread is worn down, the extra water on the road has nowhere to go except under your tires, which can cause you to hydroplane. Turn On Your Headlights Here's another thing you should do before you even pull out of your driveway: turn on your headlights. Even if you're driving in daylight, rainfall can severely decrease your (and o...