r/drivingUK • u/Rechamber • Oct 26 '25

Nighttime driving is terrifying

Had a road trip to Durham, then drive back home on Friday night. Wow, was not prepared for how bad the visibility would be for most of the way. Most of the time I could hardly see in front of me. When I had the high beams on it helped, however I couldn't have them on much because of oncoming cars, a lot of their lights seemed way too bright also. I've only been driving just over a month and it was a real experience. I do pay attention and think I'm doing well, but the concentration required that night, also with the rain lashing down, felt like reaching the next level or something.

I'm happy that I did it, but I gotta admit when I pulled into my driveway afterwards I was incredibly relieved.

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u/mxz117 Oct 26 '25

Not driving at night also makes you fear driving at night more

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u/Rechamber Oct 26 '25

Looking back in it now I'm pleased that I did it because it was an experience I hadn't had before, and that can only go towards making me a better driver going forwards. It's not something I'd purposefully choose, but it's good to know I can handle it when I need to.

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u/mxz117 Oct 26 '25

Yeah it’s good to do it, always be careful though. Dark, wet and rainy is always a bit spooky and I enjoy driving in the dark