For many reasons, sunny-day driving can be challenging; that’s why AMSOIL: National Synthetics in Acworth, GA, put together these tips to help you make the transition into sunnier days much easier. 

Driving in weather conditions can be dangerous for many different reasons. Rainy or stormy weather can be challenging because of the sudden change in road conditions, but sunny day driving has added dangers like being blinded by the sun, a sudden bout of road rage, or dehydration. Keep reading to learn how to handle these and other scenarios related to sunny-day driving.

Having a reliable car that handles the heat of a sunny day is a great way to protect yourself. For advice on products to use in your engine, call National Synthetics at (678) 799-9062, and one of their oil experts will assist you in choosing the best ones. Once you’re ready, place an order at AMSOIL's online shop 24/7!

Take Care of Your Body

Taking care of your body is one of the most important ways to stay safe when sunny-day driving. Here are three easy things you can do to care for yourself and stay safe on the road.

Shield Your Eyes

Sunny conditions can easily hurt your eyes, and this is particularly dangerous when driving as it can momentarily blind you. Your eyes are essential to staying safe on the road, so protecting them is vital too. The best way to protect your eyes is by using your car’s visor to block out the sun, avoiding looking directly at shiny surfaces, and wearing sunglasses when driving.

Stay Protected from the Sun

Keeping your eyes protected from the sun isn’t enough when sunny-day driving. It’s also essential to protect your skin by using sunblock, a hat, and driving gloves. This way, you’ll avoid exposing your skin to harmful UV rays that can damage it and, in the worst-case scenario, cause diseases like skin cancer.

Hydrate Often

Once you’ve covered yourself from the sun, staying hydrated is essential. The temperature inside a closed car can increase quickly and cause you to get dehydrated much faster than you realize. It’s important to always carry a water bottle with you if it’s sunny out to replace some of the electrolytes you’ve lost. Some symptoms of dehydration you should keep an eye out for are:

• Having a persistent headache in the front of your head.
• Having sunken eyes.
• Having a dry mouth.

If you present any of these symptoms, it’s best to go somewhere fresh you can rest for a while and drink an electrolyte drink to replenish some of the electrolytes you’ve lost because of the heat.

Products like AMSOIL’s Signature Series 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil are expertly designed to help your engine stay in the best shape possible. For this and more products, contact National Synthetics at (678) 799-9062 or visit AMSOIL's online shop to place an order anytime.

Follow a Consistent Maintenance Routine

Following a consistent maintenance routine will always be the best way to ensure your engine is ins top condition. When driving through hazardous weather though, it becomes much more critical to ensure your car can handle it. For hot weather and sunny-day driving, check your car’s tires to ensure they’re in good condition and that their treads haven’t worn out. It is also essential to ensure you always have enough coolant to help your engine regulate itself when it’s hot out.

Driving on a Sunny Day

Avoid Driving During the Hottest Hours

Intense heat can be dangerous not only for you but for your vehicle too. Avoid driving during the hottest times of the day, between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm, to decrease your chances of challenging situations on the road caused by heat and ensure you’ll be comfortable during your commute.

Steer Away from Angry Drivers

Angry drivers are a staple of driving when it’s hot. Often, drivers won’t even notice that this is what’s putting them on edge and can take out the worst. This is why avoiding driving during hotter hours is essential. If you see aggressive driving, try to steer away and keep yourself safe.

Keep Your Distance

Lastly, keeping your distance from other drivers during this time can be a great way for avid drivers suddenly blinded by the sun or drivers who are driving aggressively. Having space between you and other drivers can give you enough time if anything comes up on the road to maneuver to avoid causing a crash.

For information on the best products for your engine, call National Synthetics at (678) 799-9062 or visit AMSOIL's online shop to place an order today!