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Find Out How to Stay Safe on Snowy Roads This Winter
By Product Expert | Posted in Tips & Tricks on Wednesday, December 23rd, 2015 at 10:46 pm
Winter Driving Techniques and Tips
Even though we’ve been lucky enough to avoid a lot of snow and ice so far this winter, you can be sure that won’t last forever here in Chicagoland. Now is the time to read up on winter driving tips and techniques so that when you’re faced with slippery, snowy roads, you’ll feel confident driving. Below we’ll go over a few things you can do while driving to maintain control and prepare for anything that happens ahead of you on the road.
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The main thing you’ll want to do while driving on slippery roads is to go slow and steady. We can’t stress enough how important it is to drive at a speed that allows you to react when it takes longer to stop. You’ll want to not only drive at a slower speed, but also make sure you slowly brake if need be. Sometime it can be a habit to slam on the brakes, but that can make you lose control on icy roads. Keep in mind you should be especially cautious when driving up and down hills, which can be even more treacherous when it’s slippery.
You’ll also want to make sure your tires are in prime condition. You’ll want to check the tire pressure often and inflate your tires as needed. Any amount of deflating can make tires less effective when you need to stop quickly. You can also invest in snow tires if you think you’ll need better traction throughout the winter. Snow tires are not only more durable, they are also developed to provide the best traction on slick roads, like those covered in snow and ice.
As far as being prepared, you can never be too careful when it comes to slippery, difficult roads. Put together an emergency kit with tools like a tow rope, sand or cat litter (for traction if you get stuck in the snow), an ice scraper, jumper cables and survival items like a blanket and extra phone charger. This can all help if ever you’re driving and you get stranded.
If the roads are so awful that you are thinking twice about driving, you may want to stay home rather than go out. Even if you’re a skilled winter driver, that doesn’t mean everyone else is. Use your best judgment about driving any time winter conditions hit.
We hope these tips help you better prepare to drive once the snow starts falling this winter. If you’d like more helpful tips like this, we encourage you continue reading the tips and tricks section of the Glendale Nissan blog.
