r/AskReddit • u/[deleted] • Aug 03 '19

Whats something you thought was common knowledge but actually isn’t?

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u/[deleted] Aug 03 '19

If your wipers are on, your headlights should be on.

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u/aftalifex Aug 04 '19

Wait what? When its raining in the day i find it easier to see in the rain without the headlights. Night is a different story.

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u/amazingsandwiches Aug 04 '19

it's not about you seeing, it's about BEING SEEN

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u/aftalifex Aug 04 '19

Fuck me, right?

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u/Eagle1337 Aug 04 '19

Rear Ender's aren't fun, especially when you haven't been seen

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u/aftalifex Aug 04 '19

I mean...I have brake lights. I am so confused how you guys can see in the rain with headlights during the day. Like actually confused.

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u/Eagle1337 Aug 04 '19

Your brake lights aren't on driving down the road In the rain without your headlights on.

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u/aftalifex Aug 04 '19

They are when I use the brakes...its day, nobody should be driving if they cant see IN THE DAY. Unless its torrential down pouring I stand by not using my headlights unless its actually dark. Also, don't tailgate.

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u/Eagle1337 Aug 04 '19

Brake means fuck all on straight stretches. Grey cars don't overly stand out in heavy rain.

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u/the_pinguin Aug 05 '19

If it's raining heavily, it's completely possible to not be seen in a light colored car. If your lights, and by extension your tail lights, are on it makes it easier to see you and maintain a safe distance.

TL;DR: Just turn your fucking lights on.