Winter Driving Tips
BE EASY TO FIND
Tell someone where you are going and the route you will take.
BE GENTLE AND INCREASE DISTANCE
Slow down. Increase your following distance. Take it easy on the brakes. Don't pump your brakes or brake hard or take turns too sharply; you could lose control. Don't drive through standing water. (it only takes 6-12 inches of water to float away a vehicle) Turn off the cruise control. Using it in slippery conditions can increase your chances of losing control. Take more rest breaks to help you stay alert.
IF YOU SKID
Take your foot off the brake. Ease off the gas. Steer in the direction you want to go (but be careful not to oversteer). When your vehicle straightens out, gently increase speed. And even though it's hard...stay calm. You'll make better decisions and be better able to maintain control.
Tell someone where you are going and the route you will take.
BE GENTLE AND INCREASE DISTANCE
Slow down. Increase your following distance. Take it easy on the brakes. Don't pump your brakes or brake hard or take turns too sharply; you could lose control. Don't drive through standing water. (it only takes 6-12 inches of water to float away a vehicle) Turn off the cruise control. Using it in slippery conditions can increase your chances of losing control. Take more rest breaks to help you stay alert.
IF YOU SKID
Take your foot off the brake. Ease off the gas. Steer in the direction you want to go (but be careful not to oversteer). When your vehicle straightens out, gently increase speed. And even though it's hard...stay calm. You'll make better decisions and be better able to maintain control.