Winter Driving Tips
Posted by Charles Murphy on Thu, Dec 22, 2011 @ 12:33 PM
Although today is the first day of winter and temperatures are in the 50s, we live in New England and eventually we will have some sort of measurable, messy snowfall. We always need to remember to be cautious while driving in any adverse weather conditions, but especially in snowy and icy conditions.
The following are some tips for driving in the winter time:
- Clear snow and ice from all windows and lights – even the hood and roof – before driving.
- Pay attention – don’t try to out drive the conditions – remember the posted speed limits are for dry pavement.
- Keep your hands at 10 and 2 on the steering wheel.
- Do not use cruise control.
- If you go into a skid, steer in the direction you want to go.
- Increase your following distance.
- Avoid driving fatigued.
- Make certain tires are properly inflated.
- If possible, avoid using parking brake in cold, rainy and snowy weather.
- Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area such as a garage.
- Know the current road conditions – call 511 from your cell phone.
- Most importantly – SLOW DOWN and ALWAYS WEAR A SEATBELT!