Basic Driving Tips for Bad Weather

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In many areas of the country, inclement weather can occur year-round. Regardless of where and when you drive, heed these safety precautions for bad weather driving!

 

  • Slow down. Put extra distance between your vehicle and the cars ahead of you.
  • Wear your seat belt at all times and make sure all children ages 12 and under are seated in the back seat.
  • Keep your headlights, taillights and windshield clean, and your wipers in good condition.
  • Keep your headlights on while driving. Don’t use your brights because snow and fog can reflect back into your eyes.
  • In an emergency situation, don’t slam on the brakes. The wheels could lock, causing you to skid.
  • If your car does start to slide on a frosty road, turn your wheels into the direction of the slide, and then straighten out.
  • Be extra cautious when driving over bridges and dips in the road. They could present dangerous “black ice” driving conditions.

Winter Auto Safety Recap

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In many areas, the weather has been pretty good so far this year. But, this week started a flurry (pun intended) of winter weather, and I thought it would be a good time to recap some important safety tips for cold weather!

Winter Care Care Checklist – if you haven’t prepped your car for cold weather, you still have time!

What to do when your pipes freeze – It happens to the best of us (or, at least, it happened to me!). A quick guide to getting your pipes thawed without flooding your house.

Carbon monoxide safety – Firing up your heaters can lead to hidden dangers. Here are some tips for CO prevention.

Driving Safety in Snow and Ice – When the snow and ice come down, the roads get slippery. Here are some tips for making that commute safely.

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