Driving in bright sunlight presents a problem as you may not be able to see what is clearly in front of you and therefore means a greater risk of having an accident.  The following tips will help you be able to drive safely.

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Use your sun visor​​

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All vehicles are fitted with sun visors.  Visors  be positioned to block sunlight coming through the front windshield as well as from the side window. A sun visor is one of the most effective ways to block sunlight. 

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Wear Sunglasses​

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Invest in a great pair of sunglasses. Sunglasses will not only drastically reduce the bright sun that reaches your eyes but they will also protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and enable you to see the road ahead more clearly. 

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Stay Back

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Leave a greater distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Bright light greatly reduces your visibility and reaction time. By increasing your distance from vehicles in front, you dramatically reduce risk and also have more time to react to what is happening in front of you. 

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Be Patient

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Allow more time to complete your journey. Bright sun will mean you will drive more cautiously so allowing more time will reduce the risk. Also, if bright sunlight begins to hurt your eyes or impedes your ability to drive in any way, find a safe place to exit the road. Wait ten to fifteen minutes for the sun to reposition before continuing to your destination. 

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Be Aware of other Drivers

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Remember that other drivers will also be affected by the sun the same as you will so pay attention to other vehicles on the road. 

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