Car Crashes and Bad Weather - Some Driving Tips
Auto Accidents and Some Tips on Driving in Snow and Ice
The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all. Certainly, wait until the snow plows have had a chance to plow and treat the road. Make sure that you allow yourself extra time to reach your destination. The National Safety Council has some useful tips for driving safely on icy roads:
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Slow down, and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you.
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Brake lightly to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
- Turn on your lights so that other motorists can see you.
- Clean your lights and windshield.
- Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
- Don’t use cruise control.
- Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and less well- traveled roads
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Don’t pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you’re likely to find worse conditions on the road in front of the plow.
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Don’t assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front- wheel drive cars can get out of control.
