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The prelude to the Spring Festival has begun.
Although snowstorms are frequent across the country.
But it still can't stop everyone's enthusiasm to go home.
According to the forecast of the meteorological department.
January 31 to February 5.
The central and eastern regions of China will have the longest lasting and most extensive rain, snow and freezing weather process since the beginning of winter
Hubei, Anhui, Hunan, Guizhou and other places will have freezing rain, and Henan is in the center of this round of rain and snow.
A number of high-speed rail and local trains have been suspended.
784 road passenger lines are suspended.
Rain, snow and freezing weather can easily lead to roads.
Snow, ice and other phenomena occur.
Wind and snow on the way home.
Youbao sorted it out today.
Tips for self-driving travel in rainy and snowy weather.
Let's take a look.
Vehicle Inspection:Make sure the vehicle is in good condition, especially parts such as tires, brakes, lights, wipers, and antifreeze.
Slow down and slow down:On slippery roads, reduce your speed and avoid accelerating, braking or turning sharply.
Keep a safe distance:Increase the safety distance from the vehicle in front to allow more time and space for reaction.
Use low gear:On snowy or icy roads, using a low gear can increase the vehicle's control.
Tire Selection:If possible, use winter or snow tires to provide better grip.
Clear the snow:Always remove snow and ice from your vehicle, including windows, roofs, and license plates, before starting.
Use Lights:Turn on the front and rear lights to ensure good visibility and at the same time allow other drivers to see you.
Watch out for pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles:Pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles have more difficulty moving in snow and ice, so drivers should anticipate and drive cautiously.
Avoid slipping in neutral:Rolling in a downhill offhill block can cause the speed to run out of control, so the engine brake should be used appropriately.
Prepare emergency supplies:Carry emergency tools such as towropes, shovels, sandbags or cat litter, first aid kits, extra antifreeze and batteries with your vehicle.
Timely defogging:Use the defogging function in the car to maintain a clear view of the inside and outside.
Erect wipers:Erect wipers before snow to prevent ice from sticking, avoid snow pressure, and protect your vehicle's wipers and windshield.
Know the road conditions:Find out about the current road conditions and weather conditions through the weather forecast or traffic radio before you go.
Smooth driving:Try to avoid abrupt maneuvers, such as sharp turns or sudden lane changes, to avoid losing control.
Parking Note:Try to park on a flat spot and park your car with your wheels towards a small slope on the side of the road to prevent the vehicle from sliding.
Following these precautions can help you drive safer in freezing rain and snow.
In addition to the above precautions, many car owners on the road in rain and snow also found that the oil suddenly did not withstand burning?
So why does fuel consumption increase when driving in rain and snow, and how to avoid it as much as possible?
Rain and snow weather for carsIncreased fuel consumptionThe main reasons include longer engine warm-up time, poor oil flow, increased tire resistance, reduced battery performance, and frequent use of heating equipment.
Engine warm-up time becomes longerAt low temperatures, the engine needs to be warmed up for longer to reach the ideal operating temperature, during which combustion efficiency is lower, resulting in increased fuel consumption.
Poor oil flowability:Cold weather can make the oil thicker, increasing the engine's running resistance, which in turn leads to higher fuel consumption.
Increased tire resistance:A drop in temperature will cause the tire pressure to decrease, increasing the rolling resistance of the tire, which will further increase fuel consumption.
Battery performance decreases:Cold weather in winter affects the performance of the battery, reducing its efficiency and increasing fuel consumption at start-up.
Increased use of heating equipment:In winter, the use of in-vehicle air conditioning heating, defogging and seat heating increases, increasing energy demand and fuel consumption.
In order to reduce fuel consumption in rainy and snowy weather.
The following measures can be taken.
Maintain a steady speed:Try to avoid hard acceleration and braking, which can reduce unnecessary energy consumption.
Rational use of air conditioning:The use of air conditioning will increase fuel consumption, but in rainy and snowy weather, it may be necessary to use air conditioning moderation in order to ensure comfort and defrosting in the car.
Tire Maintenance:Make sure that the tire pressure is moderate, too low air pressure will increase rolling resistance, resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Reduction of unnecessary on-board weight:Extra weight inside and outside the car can increase fuel consumption, so minimize unnecessary luggage or gear.
Use Economy Drive Mode:If your vehicle is equipped with an economy drive mode, it can be enabled to help reduce fuel consumption.
Avoid long idle periods:While waiting for a red light or waiting for someone, if possible, turn off the engine to save fuel.
Keep it reasonableVehicle speed: Try to keep your speed as high as possible within the speed limit, as there is less wind resistance and lower fuel consumption at low speeds.
Use cruise control:Using cruise control on the highway can help maintain a stable speed and reduce fuel consumption.
Plan your route in advance:Choose the shortest or least congested route and avoid detours and frequent stops.
By taking these measures, fuel consumption can be reduced as much as possible and cost-effective driving can be achieved, even in rain and snow.
In short,In rainy and snowy weather, in order to reduce fuel consumption and ensure driving safety, car owners should do a good job in vehicle maintenance and adjust driving behavior. Through the above measures, it can effectively adapt to harsh weather conditions and ensure the economy and safety of driving.
There are still two days to usher in the beginning of spring.
The footsteps of spring are already on the way.
No matter how beautiful the scenery outside is.
It's not as good as the light at the door of the house during the Spring Festival.
On the way home, I look forward to meeting again.
Youbao wants to say. Drive cautiously.
It is the most sincere love for the family.
At this joyous occasion.
We want to make the reunion even more satisfying.
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Text |Jiang Juanjuan.
Material |Xinhuanet, CCTV News, Autohome, Spare Tire Talking Car, Xi'an Traffic Police, Gansu Public Security Traffic Police.
Edit |Summer rain and sunshine.
Editor-in-charge |Jin Yuting.