Driving Tips

Driving at Night

Night driving presents more hazards than driving in the daylight. For safe driving , here are some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles.
Switch your rear view mirrors to night mode to reduce the glare from other driver’s headlights
Keep your headlights clean and properly aimed on the oncoming vehicles.
Check Engine oil & Coolant level
Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles to prevent temporary blindness.
void using high beam in city driving however its advisable to use them during highway driving.

Rain and wet roads can make driving dangerous. Here are a few things to consider when driving in the rain:
Slow down and ensure more distance between you and other vehicles.
Stay toward the middle lanes as water tends to pool in the outside lanes.
Keep your windshield wiping equipment in good condition. Replace your windshield wiper blades if necessary.
Be sure your tires are in good condition to avoid any skidding during quick stop on wet pavement.
Turn on your headlights to make it easier for others to see you.
If brakes are wet, apply them lightly while driving until normal braking operation returns.

Car parking is actually a skilled task which needs to be performed perfectly. You need to be very careful and alert while parking a car. Most Indian roads have become crowded thus finding a suitable parking place has become a unwanted challenge. Of course, if parking rules and regulations are strictly taken care of then no doubt, parking can become an effortless task.
Always use both outside rearview mirrors.
Shift the gear to the reverse mode then release the clutch slowly while simultaneously pressing the accelerator pedal.
Just as the car starts moving, keep the pressing of accelerator pedal steady and then release the clutch completely.
The car starts moving slowly at a regulated speed . Don’t’ forget to keep track of the road with the help of outside rearview mirrors. If there is a car behind, reverse slowly until the corner of the other car appears in your side window. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and check your mirrors to ensure safety of the other car. Keep on reversing until the front of your car lines up with the back of the other car. Ensure that there is enough room for you to clear the back of the other car. Then, turn the steering wheel fully to the right which will park the car in a hassle free manner.

Severe weather conditions of winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimise them, here are a few suggestions:
Use recommended high quality ethylene glycol coolant because it prevents corrosion in the cooling system, lubricates the water pump and prevents freezing.
Visually inspect the battery and cables. Contact our authorized dealer or a service station for the inspection of the battery charge level.
Check your spark plugs and ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way.
Use approved window washer anti-freeze solution in the system to prevent the water from freezing.
Don’t let your parking brake freeze.
Periodically check underneath the vehicle and don’t let ice and snow accumulate there.
Check tyre pressure: A chilly morning is probably a good time to check tyre inflation pressures.
Turn on the defroster and blower to eliminate fogging inside the car.
Use low-beam lights during fog.

In case you come across a flooded-out road ahead, turn around and find alternative route to your destination. Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water level is lower than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Drive through any water slowly.
Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected.
After driving through water, dry the brakes by gently applying them several times while the vehicle is moving slowly.

Prior to your long trip, where-in you plan to drive your own vehicle, there are certain precautions and planning that is required. We hope that the following checklist will help you have a smooth and enjoyable trip.
Get your car a checked up at nearest Hyundai Dealership.
Get the battery and cables properly checked. It is advisable to have a new battery than taking a risk with a problematic or old battery.
Check the fuel system for clogged or leaking pipes.
Clean the cleaners-the air cleaner, the breather cap, the fuel pump sediment bowl and strainer, and the fuel filter.
Check the oil and oil filter replace if necessary. Carry extra can of oil in the trunk.
Hose pipes wear out on the inside. Pinch the pipes; replace if they feel spongy. Check clamps for tightness. It is advisable to carry spare hose pipes, and a tinful of water.
Get the brakes and clutch adjusted if necessary.
Get the wheel alignment checked and adjusted properly to have a better feel of the car and to reduce tire wear.
Get the tires checked. Make sure the spare is in good condition and properly inflated.
Do carry an emergency First Aid Kit, handy for any mishap enroute.
Must Carry Items Drivers License, Vehicle Owners manual, Car Registration copy, Proof of Insurance,Traveler's Cheques, Torch and Batteries, First Aid Kit, Jack, Wheel Brace, Puncture Kit, Pump, Tire Lever, Spare Wheel, Bulbs, Fuses, Set of Tools, Soap,Tow Rope and Spade.