God had just started to shower the beautiful snow. Trees, house tops, cars, roads, and everything is covered with white snow giving a wonderful view. But, driving in snow is a nightmare for new drivers. Icy roads and sliding cars make it tough to drive in snow and ice. Here are some tips and best practices for driving in snow.
Snow and icy conditions make it difficult to drive. Drivers must exercise extreme caution while driving in snow and ice. Here are some tips and best practices.
- Do not drive until the roads are cleared
- Start the engine and set the temperature to maximum
- Start the glass heaters in front and rear
- Clear the snow and ice of all the glasses
- Use a snow scraper to wipe off the ice and snow
- Do not use wipers to clear the ice or snow
- Drive slowly and maintain two car or seven second distance between cars
- Check and maintain the fuel, tires, breaks, battery, and traction
- If the sunlight is less, use your car lights to let the other driver know about your vehicle
- Wear winter gear to keep your self warm
- Set extra clothes in your car to keep you warm if the car breaks down
- Keep salt bag or any other weight in the car to maintain traction
- Use a de-icer to minimize the snow accumulation
- If the breaks fail, hold the steering steadily and drive in the direction you want the car to go
- Press the breaks on and off in case car starts skidding or sliding
Black ice is dangerous as the vehicle may skid. Further, due to unpredictable road conditions, it is not advisable to drive in ‘Cruise’ mode in long journeys. During the holiday season, it is also essential to check the weather before planning any travel. Stay warm and drive carefully during the winter. If you have any additional best practices for driving in snow, let me know. 🙂