Tips for driving in wet and dark conditions

Metro Vancouver roads could get a lot more dangerous in the coming weeks! The combination of darkness, rain, and pedestrians always makes for a tricky time to be behind the wheel. Sadly, this type of weather comes every year, and along with it comes fatalities on the road. An elderly man was struck and killed by a vehicle Sunday night in Mission. It happened just after 5 pm near Cedar and 10th. Witnesses say the victim was not in a marked crosswalk.   A red van with damage to its hood and windshield could be seen at the collision site… The driver remained on scene and has been co-operating with police.   It's not yet known if speed or weather played a factor in the crash, but it was raining heavily at the time of the accident.

How can you stay safe on the road during this time? Also, what are some common mistakes that drivers make when driving in these less than ideal conditions?

Guest: Steve Wallace

Wallace Driving School

Metro Vancouver roads could get a lot more dangerous in the coming weeks! The combination of darkness, rain, and pedestrians always makes for a tricky time to be behind the wheel. Sadly, this type of weather comes every year, and along with it comes fatalities on the road. An elderly man was struck and killed by a vehicle Sunday night in Mission. It happened just after 5 pm near Cedar and 10th. Witnesses say the victim was not in a marked crosswalk.   A red van with damage to its hood and windshield could be seen at the collision site… The driver remained on scene and has been co-operating with police.   It's not yet known if speed or weather played a factor in the crash, but it was raining heavily at the time of the accident.

How can you stay safe on the road during this time? Also, what are some common mistakes that drivers make when driving in these less than ideal conditions?

Guest: Steve Wallace

Wallace Driving School