Everyone should be cautious about traveling in extreme winter weather. Snow and ice covered roads can prove to be dangerous for both new and experienced drivers! I
live in a snow belt so winter driving comes with the territory. I'm
not afraid to drive on snow or ice packed roads, but I do drive
differently. I'm always nervous about what the other drivers on the road
might do, so many reckless winter drivers, that don't stop to think
before they get behind the wheel.
There are so many different things you can do to keep you, your family and the other drivers safe during winter driving conditions. Planning ahead and being prepared could make all the difference.
There are so many different things you can do to keep you, your family and the other drivers safe during winter driving conditions. Planning ahead and being prepared could make all the difference.
Here
are a few safety tips that I think are important and will help keep
your family safer while driving on slick and snow covered roads:
SLOW DOWN: Just because
the speed limit says 60 mph doesn't mean it's safe. Adjust your
driving speed according to the outside weather conditions. It's not
safe to drive 60 mph if it's snowing heavily outside or if the roads are
slick. Plus, your visibility is decreased and it takes longer for
your vehicle to come to a stop!