Master Extreme Weather Driving with Alwaycare’s Proactive Technology

Every summer, news reports frequently begin with headlines like, "Torrential rain caused multi-vehicle collisions on the freeway this afternoon… " or "Extreme heat led to a significant rise in breakdowns across the region.” But the truth is, weather alone doesn't cause accidents—drivers' inability to adapt does. Whether it's heavy rain reducing visibility or scorching temperatures affecting vehicle performance, drivers must adjust their behavior to stay safe. Unfortunately, many fail to anticipate these conditions, leading to preventable incidents.

Road conditions can change in an instant. You can't always predict when a sudden downpour will flood a roadway or when extreme heat will increase tire blowout risks. In these situations, risks compound rapidly—weather, traffic, and road surfaces interact in unpredictable and hazardous ways.

That's why drivers need real-time, location-specific guidance—not generic warnings. Fleets need proactive tools to protect their drivers, minimize liability, and maintain operational efficiency.

With Alwaycare's Dynamic Risk System, fleets gain an intelligent, cloud-connected camera network powered by advanced MV+AI technology. This system analyzes real-time road imagery to generate hyper-local alerts for high-risk conditions such as:

• Heavy rainfall and hydroplaning risks

• Extreme heat and pavement deterioration

• Low visibility during storms

• Unsafe intersections or roadwork zones

These smart, in-cab alerts help drivers anticipate hazards and take preventive action before incidents occur.

1. Pace: Reduce speed in heavy rain or extreme heat to maintain control and compensate for reduced traction or overheating engines.

2. Position: Increase following distance. Extra space gives you time to react when other drivers make sudden moves on slick or overheated roads.

3. Plan Ahead: Delays are common in severe weather. Allow extra travel time and communicate schedule changes in advance.

4. Patience: Traffic disruptions are likely. Stay calm—don't let frustration lead to unsafe decisions.

• Monitor tire pressure and condition: Heat causes tire pressure to rise, increasing blowout risks. Regularly check tread and pressure.

• Coolant and engine maintenance: Prevent overheating by ensuring cooling systems are functioning properly.

• Stay hydrated and cool: Keep water in the cab and use air conditioning wisely to avoid fatigue.

• Avoid peak heat travel when possible: Plan routes to avoid driving during the hottest parts of the day.

• Slow down: Wet roads reduce traction. Lower speeds help prevent hydroplaning.

• Turn on headlights: Improve visibility for yourself and other drivers.

• Test brakes lightly: After driving through water, gently press brakes to dry them.

• Avoid flooded areas: Never attempt to drive through standing water of unknown depth.

Alwaycare's platform enables fleets to monitor weather patterns and receive predictive alerts about high-risk areas. By planning routes around severe weather, you protect not only your drivers but everyone on the road.

Don't let extreme weather dictate your fleet's safety and efficiency. With Alwaycare's real-time alerts and AI-driven insights, your team can confidently navigate any condition—rain or heat.