Handbook skill

Night, rain, and wind

The written exam loves headlights, hydroplaning, and “too fast for conditions.”

1. 1LightsOn from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise. Low beams in fog and heavy rain. Dim high beams at 1,000 ft oncoming, 600 ft following.
2. 2RainThe first minutes are the slickest. Add a fourth following second. If you hydroplane, ease off the gas.
3. 3WindOpen plains and overpasses catch high-profile vehicles. Both hands on the wheel; expect a shove when you pass a truck.
4. 4IceBridges freeze first. No sudden anything. Off the brake, steer into a skid.