Home->Driving Guide->Driving in the Rain Driving in the RainA little rain on holiday can dampen your spirits when you're on holiday, but isn't usually a major problem. However, if you're hiring a car, heavy rain is a different matter; a torrential downpour or prolonged periods of rainfall can cause multiple hazards. Whilst many places in Europe are prepared for bad weather, those parts of America that don't experience much rain are not. For example, many areas of California (including Los Angeles) don't have the drainage facilities necessary to cope with long periods of heavy rain. If you hire a car when visiting locations like this, be prepared for some water on the roads and in parking garages until the water levels in the drains fall. Here are some tips to help ensure a safe journey when driving your hire car through tropical storms or winter downpours:
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