Top Ten Tips for Driving Safely in Winter Weather
1. Prepare Your
Vehicle
Check tires, consider winter tires, ensure brakes, lights, and wipers work, keep fuel half full, and carry an emergency kit.
2. Clear Snow
and Ice
Clean windows, mirrors, lights; use ice scraper; remove snow from roof; defrost locks; ensure visibility.
3. Slow Down
and Increase
the following
distance.
Reduce speed for winter, maintain a safe distance for reaction time, better control and prevention.
4. Brake and
Accelerate
Gently
Moderate pressure on brakes/throttle, prevent skidding, maintain traction, minimize wheel spin.
5. Use Proper
Lights
Keep headlights on during day, use low-beam in fog or mist, use mist, clean or functional lights, and improve visibility
6. Avoid Cruise
Control
Maintain manual control on slippery roads, prevent loss of traction, and adjust in real time.
7. Know How
to Handle
Skids
Stay calm during skid, turn where you want to go, avoid sudden brakes, use ABS if available.
8. Stay
Informed
Check local weather/road updates, be aware of hazards, and consider postponing travel if necessary
9. Plan Ahead
Check brakes/tires/wipers, pack emergency supplies/first aid, plan routes and alternatives, inform someone of plans.
10. Stay Alert
Stay focused, avoid distractions, scan for hazards, maintain a safe distance, and be well-rested.
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