Driving can be a dangerous activity, and hazards tend to arise more when driving at night. We have to keep our speed and our eyes peeled on the road and surroundings, all without the help of the sum. Without the daylight, driving becomes more challenging. If you tend to drive at night, be sure to follow these helpful tips!

• Be cautious of other drivers - While you can control how you operate your vehicle, you don't have much of a say in how others drive. Drowsy drivers, drunk drivers, and reckless drivers can be found on the road late at night. Keep a good eye on your surroundings and avoid contact with careless drivers. Report them if needed.
• Clean windshield - Visibility is the most common problem drivers struggle with at night. A dirty and smudgy windshield will make it harder for you to see. Plus, other vehicle lights and street lights can cause the light to scatter. Be sure to wipe off your windshield with glass cleaner as much as possible.
• Test your lights -  Speaking of lights, you should regularly test your headlights. They should be aimed properly and well-lit. If they look fuzzy or yellowed, you may need a headlight restoration.
• Keep a safe distance - Since visibility is reduced at night, it can delay your reaction time. To account for this, you should keep an extra distance from the vehicle ahead of you. 
• Don't drive if you're tired - Studies have shown that drowsy driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving. You can pump caffeine. However, if you have a long drive ahead of you late at night, your safest bet is to pull over to rest.
• Opt for well-lit routes when possible - Roads with lights are overall safer, so avoid back-roads if possible.

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