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Driving on Snow or Ice
Keep these items in mind when driving in winter weather:
- Bridges and overpasses freeze first, so slow down and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction.
- Keep windows clear of snow and ice.
- Keep your speed steady and slow, but not too slow. In deeper snow, it's often necessary to use the car's momentum to keep moving.
- Use brakes cautiously. Abrupt braking can cause brake lock-up, which causes loss of steering control.
- Antilock brakes are designed to overcome a loss of steering control. To make antilock brakes work correctly, or work at all, apply constant, firm pressure to the pedal.
- During an emergency stop, push the brake pedal all the way to the floor, if necessary, even in wet or icy conditions.
Stuck in the snow?
- Straighten the wheels and accelerate slowly.
- Avoid spinning the tires.
- Use sand or cinders under the drive wheels.
Keep an Emergency Kit in the trunk.
- The Kit should contain at least: a flash light (check batteries every six months), one or two blankets, a red flashing light, first aid kit, water (change regularly), small supply of food (change regularly)
- Avoid spinning the tires.
- Use sand or cinders under the drive wheels.
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