When you are driving at night and you can't see clearly, what is the recommended course of action?

• A. Reduce speed, increase following distance, and use appropriate headlights (low beams in traffic; high beams only when safe).
• B. Increase speed to outrun hazards.
• C. Use high beams in all conditions.
• D. Turn off headlights to save energy.

Answer: (C)

When visibility is poor at night, the priority is to manage speed, space, and lighting so you can react safely. Slow down so you have time to stop if needed, and increase the following distance to give yourself more reaction room. Use headlights to illuminate the road without creating glare for others: low beams in traffic or around others, and high beams only when there is no oncoming traffic and you can see far enough that you won’t blind anyone. High beams in all conditions can blind or dazzle other drivers and aren’t safe in areas with traffic or street lighting, while turning off headlights makes you almost invisible to others. So the best approach is to reduce speed, increase following distance, and use the appropriate headlights for the situation.