Why are you required to be more careful while driving after dark?
- The duty of care only applies under conditions of fog and rain.
- The duty of care applies only in case of blinding.
- Correct answer: Because visibility (seeing and being seen) is limited.
- You are not required to be extra cautious during the dark.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Because visibility (seeing and being seen) is limited.
After dark, visibility is limited both ways: you see pedestrians, obstacles and other vehicles less and later, and other road users find it harder to see you. That is why extra caution is needed on every drive in the dark, with lower speed, a longer following distance and lights on. The duty of care is not limited to blinding glare, fog or rain.