About this Video

• Video Title: Safety Margins – Weather Conditions Part 1 | Theory Test Revision 2025
• Channel: Driving Theory 4 All
• Speakers: Mum, Ben
• Duration: 00:05:36

Introduction

This video is a driving theory lesson focusing on safety margins in various weather conditions. A mother and son discuss the two-second and four-second rules for maintaining safe following distances in dry and wet conditions, respectively. They also cover aquaplaning, driving through flood water, and improving visibility in poor weather.

Key Takeaways

• Two-second rule: Maintain a two-second gap between vehicles in dry conditions. This should be increased to four seconds in wet conditions.
• Four-second rule: In wet weather, the four-second rule is crucial due to increased stopping distances.
• Gap filling: If another vehicle fills the gap, drop back to maintain a safe distance.
• Aquaplaning: If steering feels light in heavy rain (aquaplaning), ease off the accelerator; do not brake.
• Flood water/fords: When driving through flood water or a ford, select a low gear and drive slowly. Dry your brakes afterward by lightly applying them.