Monsoon Driving Tips: How To Drive On Flooded Roads

Published: Monday, December 4, 2023, 13:10 [IST]

During heavy rainfall, low-laying areas are more susceptible to flood. In such conditions, it is very difficult to drive but here are a few driving tips to drive on flooded roads. These tips will help you to drive on flooded roads better and reach your destination safer.

Keep Foot On The Accelerator

If you are driving through a flooded road and the water level is above your exhaust level, we recommend not to lift the foot off the accelerator pedal even if you are slowing down as falling revs can sip the water from the exhaust pipe.

Do Not Splash Water

While some people believe splashing water will remove dirt from the underside of the car, in reality, it actually does the opposite. In some cases, it can do a lot of damage to the underside and can even affect the overall life of the car.

Avoid Sudden Braking

Sudden braking will not only increase the chances of someone hitting your car from the rear but it will also increase the chances of water getting inside the engine. Water may get into the engine as the falling revs create a vacuum inside the engine.

Avoid Unfamiliar Roads

During monsoon, it is always better to use a familiar road. This is because the condition of the road might be hidden due to flood water. Apart from that, if the new road goes through a low-lying area, the chances of water seeping into the engine and the interior are even higher.

Do Not Crank The Engine If Stalled

We highly recommend you not to drive through the flooded roads. However, if your car stalls on a flooded road, do not crank the engine as the water can get into the engine. In this condition, it is best to seek professional help.

Thoughts About Driving On Flooded Roads

If the rain is heavy and you are not sure about the condition of flood in the road, we highly recommend you wait for the rain to reduce and proceed. That being said, if you have no other option, you can follow the above steps to drive through flooded roads.