NSW Log Book 17. Driving In Adverse Conditions
Learning Content
Gain experience driving in adverse conditions such as wet weather, fog, snow and ice
Learning Content
Review use of windscreen wipers and demisters
Give extra attention to road surface conditions
Increase following distance from three seconds to four or more
Reduced visibility
Reduced tyre grip requires smoother acceleration, braking and cornering
Increased oberservation of pedestrians required
Increased crash avoidance space required to respond to hazards so set up earlier
Reduce speed to repond to the changing conditions
Facts and Tips
A common crash for provisional drivers is to leave the road on a curve. This can occur in wet weather when tyre grip is reduced. Take extra care when driving on wet roads