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Jenifer Moore
Public Affairs Specialist, OH
O: (513) 762-3105 ext. (5503105)
C: (513) 401-4911
jmoore1@aaa-alliedgroup.com
CINCINNATI, Oh (October 14, 2018) - While many motorists enjoy autumn and the wide variety of changing colors of the landscape, they often don’t think about the impact to their vehicle or the hazard of driving on a leafy roadway.
AAA reminds motorists that wet roads and fallen leaves are a recipe for traffic trouble. Drivers’ reaction time is largely dependent upon their vision. Driving during rainy weather presents a real challenge, particularly if roads are strewn with wet leaves.
“Fall rain is different than summer rains because there are leaves everywhere, greatly reducing traction on many roads,” said Jenifer Moore, AAA spokeswoman. “Drivers must make the required adjustments to speed and spacing necessary for driving safely on wet, leaf-strewn roads.”
Last year in Ohio, there were 92 deaths and nearly 9,000 injuries as a result of crashes during rainy conditions, according to the Ohio Department of Public Safety.
With rain, drivers need to reduce speed significantly. Even a relatively small amount of water on the roadway can significantly reduce traction, increase stopping distances and increase the likelihood of an out-of-control skid with hard braking. Even a brand new tire with all of its tread begins to lose some of its traction area at 35 miles per hour. With poor tread, additional speed, and wet leaves, a vehicle can easily lose traction completely.
Reduced visibility can compound the challenges of fall driving. With rain and mist, and in some cases fog, as well as earlier darkness, visibility can be greatly reduced. This too, should cause drivers to slow down and proceed more cautiously, since their reaction time will be significantly shortened.
Use the following tips to navigate through wet and leafy weather:
As October is Car Care Month, AAA is offering these additional tips for car care maintenance with falling leaves. Leaves carry sap and pollen—both of which have acidic properties, just like bird droppings. The acids in sap and pollen are corrosive to your car’s paint.
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Cheryl Parker
Director Public & Government Affairs, OH
O: (513) 762-3372 ext. (5503372)
C: (513) 560-0972
cparker@AAA-AlliedGroup.com
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