With a delayed winter now setting in, motorists in and around Edinburgh are experiencing foggy conditions more frequently.

Low visibility can make it dangerous to drive on the roads but there are a number of simple tips that you can follow to make your journey less hazardous.

Here are Edinburgh Live's top ten tips for driving in the fog.

Ten tips for driving in the fog

  1. Before entering fog, check your mirrors.

  2. Slow down and used dipped headlights to ensure other drivers can see you.

  3. Maintain a greater distance between you  and the car in front.

  4. Keep your windscreen demisted.

  5. Make sure you know where your fog light switch is before you set off.

  6. Do not use full beam, as the fog reflects light back and further reduces visibility levels.

  7. Do not attempt to navigate using the tail lights of the car in front.

  8. When the fog has lifted remember to turn off your lights.

  9. Try not to speed up as visibility improves - thick fog could return further up the road.

  10. Turn your radio down and listen for traffic.

