Overtaking in the rain: visibility and precautions

- Rain reduces **visibility**: it fogs up windows, dirties mirrors, diminishes the effectiveness of headlights, and creates **reflections** on the asphalt; additionally, **road markings** are harder to see.
- When overtaking, **splashes** from the vehicle in front can create a cloud of water that leaves you **momentarily without vision**.
- Key measures:
- Turn on **dipped headlights** to see and be seen.
- Use **windshield wipers** and **rear wipers** at the appropriate speed; **defog** the interior.
- Increase the **safety distance** and reduce **speed** progressively.
- Start the maneuver only with **sufficient field of vision** and abort if you lose it.
- Avoid driving through **puddles** at high speed to prevent **aquaplaning**.
- Return to the lane when you can see the overtaken vehicle in the mirror with enough clearance.

Conclusion: In the rain, overtaking requires **special care** because splashes can **impair visibility**. If you cannot see clearly, do not overtake.