Night Driving Safety and Vision

How is your vision different at night? (Select all that apply)

What are some ways the exact same road may look completely different from day to night? (Select all that apply)

What are some behaviors that may indicate an impaired driver? (Select all that apply)

How does a dirty windshield affect driving at night? (Select all that apply)

Your low beam headlights enable you to see _____ feet ahead and high beam headlights about _____ feet ahead at night.

Visibility at night is limited. What action(s) can you take to ensure you are able to see as well as possible? (Select all that apply)

When an oncoming vehicle has their high beam headlights on at night, you should:

To ensure other drivers see you and your truck at night:

At night, how should you adjust your following distance?

To help avoid fatigue while driving at night, you should:

Vision and Night Driving

Nighttime vision differs significantly; eyes struggle with light adaptation between dark and light environments.
Roads can appear different at night; headlights do not bend around curves, limiting visibility.
Animals are usually less visible at night as they tend to be inactive or sleeping.

Impaired Driving Indicators

Drivers exhibiting impaired behavior may weave between lanes without signaling, indicating a lack of control.

Effects of Windshield Condition

A dirty windshield can enhance glare from oncoming vehicle lights, impairing visibility while driving at night.

Headlight Range

Low beam headlights illuminate approximately 250 feet ahead, while high beams can extend visibility to about 350-500 feet.

Nighttime Visibility Enhancement

Actions to improve night visibility include dimming instrument panel brightness, ensuring lights and reflectors are clean, and keeping dome lights off while driving.

Dealing with Oncoming High Beams

When faced with oncoming high beams, focus on the white line to the right to maintain lane control and minimize glare.

Communicating Intentions to Other Drivers

To enhance visibility for others, consistently use turn signals during lane changes and turns to clearly communicate driving intentions.

Following Distance Adjustments

Increase following distance by at least one second while driving at night to enhance safety and reaction time.

Preventing Fatigue During Night Driving

To combat fatigue, schedule regular stops to rest or stretch during nighttime driving sessions.

This quiz covers essential topics related to nighttime driving safety and vision. Learn about the challenges of low light conditions, the effects of windshield cleanliness, and the importance of using headlights effectively. Enhance your understanding of how to improve visibility and recognize impaired driving indicators when on the road at night.