It's that time of year again when the snow falls from the sky and
lands in the streets. Snow can bring joy, fun, and almost a childlike
carefree feeling too many of us but when you're on the road don't be
fooled, snow can be a shiny, slippery sabotage just waiting to happen in
the streets.
Driving
after snowfall in the city can be especially dangerous due to all the
parked cars around and dense amount of traffic so if you decide on going
out and hitting the streets make sure the snow plows and salt trucks
have hit them first. City driving is mostly short distance so you might
not think to equip your vehicle with certain things but always make sure
you are prepared. A basic emergency kit is great to have and every car
should have one, they include things like flashlights, flares, matches
and first aid. Other must haves for driving in the winter snow are a
bags of sand, a bag of salt and a trustee shovel. A change of clothes is
a good idea to have in case you get wet or to use as layers also a
blanket to keep you warm in case you have a breakdown.
Before leaving make sure you warm up the car up for few minutes to defrost the windows and take the time to clean off the snow. When cleaning off the snow make sure to clean off all of the snow on top so you don't create hazards for the drivers behind you. Pay extra attention around your tail lights and headlights also clear of the snow from the heater intake which is located near the wipers.
Once you hit the streets make sure to keep the speed in check and don't drive aggressively because that's how most accidents happen. If you do end up sliding or slipping it is very important not to over-steer, it is so true the saying that a little does a lot. Most people that have Anti lock brake systems are not familiar with anti lock brakes so when they feel the vibration on their foot the ease off the pedal which is the opposite of what you want to do in that situation. Keep a steady firm foot on the pedal, ultimately this is something you can only get true understanding of by knowing your vehicle and how it reacts in certain situations better said how it feels and how the weight is differentiated.
If you ever find yourself driving down an alleyway or street and you get stuck this is where the two bags of sand and salt really help out not only do they weigh your vehicle down for better traction but they also give you tires better grip and help you create a channel to dig your car out. But if all of that fails call some friends or wave down a good Samaritan for a push all the while contemplating whether or not you should have came out today. Remember a snow day is a perfect excuse to stay home and drink hot cocoa or roast marshmallows in the fireplace.
Before leaving make sure you warm up the car up for few minutes to defrost the windows and take the time to clean off the snow. When cleaning off the snow make sure to clean off all of the snow on top so you don't create hazards for the drivers behind you. Pay extra attention around your tail lights and headlights also clear of the snow from the heater intake which is located near the wipers.
Once you hit the streets make sure to keep the speed in check and don't drive aggressively because that's how most accidents happen. If you do end up sliding or slipping it is very important not to over-steer, it is so true the saying that a little does a lot. Most people that have Anti lock brake systems are not familiar with anti lock brakes so when they feel the vibration on their foot the ease off the pedal which is the opposite of what you want to do in that situation. Keep a steady firm foot on the pedal, ultimately this is something you can only get true understanding of by knowing your vehicle and how it reacts in certain situations better said how it feels and how the weight is differentiated.
If you ever find yourself driving down an alleyway or street and you get stuck this is where the two bags of sand and salt really help out not only do they weigh your vehicle down for better traction but they also give you tires better grip and help you create a channel to dig your car out. But if all of that fails call some friends or wave down a good Samaritan for a push all the while contemplating whether or not you should have came out today. Remember a snow day is a perfect excuse to stay home and drink hot cocoa or roast marshmallows in the fireplace.
I have a 24 hour roadside assistance company that provides
services from towing to jumpstarts to frozen doors so I spend a lot of
time driving and I want to share the knowledge I have acquired over the
years.
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