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Tips for Safe Driving on Ice and Snow

Tips for Safe Driving on Ice and Snow
Driving on roads covered in ice and snow can be very dangerous. So, motorists should be extremely cautious and be safe while driving. The following tips will keep you safe when you are behind the wheel this season:

1.In shady areas, motorists may experience something known as black ice. Remember to slow down your vehicle in shady areas in these types of weather conditions.

2.Before you start out, test your braking and steering ability. Always start by slowing down at least three times sooner than you would normally while stopping or turning.

3.Chains and snow tires help you stay safe wherever ice and snow are accumulated on the road. Chains are always better preferred because snow tires tend to slip on ice and packed snow.

4.A safe speed range does not exist in such conditions. Therefore be extremely cautious before you can determine exactly how much friction you can expect from the tires of your vehicle.

5.Do not make quick and sudden movements of the steering and always apply brakes gently. Do not lock brakes on glazed ice or else you might lose control of the vehicle.

6.Lastly, maintain a safe distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you. Many rear end accidents occur because drivers forget to leave stopping space between them.

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