If windshield wipers fail during rain, which sequence is recommended?

• A. Continue driving at normal speed.
• B. Slow down, pull over safely if needed, and address wipers as soon as possible.
• C. Use a towel to wipe the windshield.
• D. Ignore until rain stops.

Answer: (B)

When windshield visibility is compromised by a wiper failure, your main focus is maintaining a clear view and control of the vehicle. The best course is to slow down, pull over safely if needed, and address the wipers as soon as possible. Slowing down reduces the rain hitting the glass and the risk of losing control, giving you more time to react to hazards. Pulling over in a safe spot allows you to stop out of traffic and inspect or replace the blades without endangering others. Acting quickly to fix or replace the wipers is key because you can’t continue safely with poor visibility.

Continuing at normal speed keeps vision severely reduced and raises crash risk. Wiping with a towel isn’t a reliable or safe fix and can smear or scratch the windshield. Waiting out the rain while driving is dangerous since rain can continue and visibility may stay poor for a long distance.