Texas Driving Tips

Avoid Mid-Day Heat

In summer, the Texas heat is hotter than sizzling fajitas. In warm weather, it's best to drive in the early morning hours or after sunset. And if you really plan to wander about, always tell someone when you plan to return.

Heed Road Signs and Weather Warnings

Always be on the lookout for road signs, and if you see a notice, observe it. Obey flash flood warnings: A sudden rainstorm can turn a wash into a deadly torrent. Never cross a flooded roadway; it may be deeper than you think.

Watch For Stray Livestock, Deer

When driving through open-ranch cattle country on farm-to-market or ranch roads, be on the lookout for livestock and deer wandering across the road, especially near dusk.