Car expert reveals why you should always drive in the middle lane when it's raining
Drivers have been urged to stick to the middle lane at all times in wet conditions for a simple reason drivers may be unaware of.
A motoring expert has revealed why road users should always travel in the middle lane in wet conditions with the reason likely to leave motorists stunned.
Wet weather comes with its own set of hazards and drivers must take extra precautions to ensure they stay safe.
However, many road users are unlikely to be aware that simply driving in one lane could reduce their risk of being caught up in a shunt.
The warning comes after the UK was battered with rain on Monday with the wet weather to continue later in the week.
The start of Autumn means wet mornings and evenings are even more likely in the coming months.
Train Driving Instructor explained: Stay in the middle of the lane. Water tends to be deepest in the outer lanes of the road. When driving in heavy rain, stay in the middle of the lane if possible to reduce the risk of aqua-planing.”
They are not the only ones encouraging road users to adopt the simple tip when conditions turn this September.
Eden Tyres, an MOT test centre and repair garage, also claims that “water tends to pool in the outer lanes”.
To battle against this, the garage experts urge individuals to “stay in the middle lane if it’s safe to do so”.
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The main priority is avoiding any large plumes of water that may have collected on the side of the road.
Hitting a puddle may appear harmless but the sudden loss of traction can cause cars to lose control.
Train Driving Instructor added: “Large puddles and standing water can hide potholes or other hazards.
“If you encounter a large puddle, slow down and drive through it carefully to prevent aquaplaning. Also, water going into your engine can cause you to breakdown.”
Officials at Halfords have warned that aquaplaning can be an “especially dangerous hazard” road users must avoid.
They warn that aquaplaning can “reduce grip completely” and will increase the risk of a car spinning out.
Halfords explained: “If you feel the steering wheel go soft and your car moves in any other direction but forward, then you may be aquaplaning.
“The dangerous aspect of aquaplaning is that you can lose control even when driving in a straight line, so take extra care and consider slowing down if there’s a lot of standing water.”
