Highway Hypnosis; Hill And Mountain Roads - Buick Regal Owner's Manual

WARNING (Continued)
Flowing or rushing water creates
strong forces. Driving through
flowing water could cause the
vehicle to be carried away. If this
happens, you and other vehicle
occupants could drown. Do not
ignore police warnings and be
very cautious about trying to drive
through flowing water.
Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water
can build up under the vehicle's
tires so they actually ride on the
water. This can happen if the road is
wet enough and you are going fast
enough. When the vehicle is
hydroplaning, it has little or no
contact with the road.
There is no hard and fast rule about
hydroplaning. The best advice is to
slow down when the road is wet.
Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet
weather driving tips include:
Allow extra following distance.
.
Pass with caution.
.
Keep windshield wiping
.
equipment in good shape.
Keep the windshield washer fluid
.
reservoir filled.
Have good tires with proper
.
tread depth. See Tires on
page 10 44.
Turn off cruise control.
.

Highway Hypnosis

Always be alert and pay attention to
your surroundings while driving.
If you become tired or sleepy, find a
safe place to park the vehicle
and rest.
Driving and Operating
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
.
Keep the interior
.
temperature cool.
Keep your eyes moving — scan
.
the road ahead and to the sides.
Check the rearview mirror and
.
vehicle instruments often.

Hill and Mountain Roads

Driving on steep hills or through
mountains is different than driving
on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for
driving in these conditions include:
Keep the vehicle serviced and in
.
good shape.
Check all fluid levels and brakes,
.
tires, cooling system, and
transmission.
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