What should you do after driving through a puddle?

After driving through a puddle, it is important to gently squeeze your brakes to help dry them out. When water gets on the brake components, especially the brake pads and rotors, it can reduce braking effectiveness temporarily. By applying the brakes softly, you can generate heat through friction, which helps evaporate the water and restores proper braking function.

In some situations, quickly accelerating could lead to loss of traction, especially if the tires are still wet or if the road is slick. Neglecting the issue could result in reduced braking performance, which could be dangerous if you need to stop suddenly. Pulling over to check the brakes might not be necessary immediately after passing through a puddle unless you notice a significant issue with braking performance. Therefore, gently squeezing the brakes is the most effective and safe immediate action to ensure your vehicle can stop effectively.