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Driving in rain in France: grip, visibility and following gaps

Adjust speed, spacing and controls when the road is wet.

Understand general limits for light cars, lower local signs and probationary drivers.

Understand visibility limits and use lights without dazzling other drivers.

High-visibility vest, warning triangle, lights and practical checks before driving.

Use a fixed reference, convert speeds and understand the limits of a following gap.

Find a safe position, contact the right operator and prepare the information needed for assistance.

Organise journeys on slopes and narrow roads with local access checks and fallback routes.

Prepare the lighting and adapt a journey when perception becomes more difficult.

Check the season, tyre markings, local orders and compatibility before a mountain journey.