Winter, Driving & Snow

~ contributed by Sage Creamer, Social Media Intern

As winter comes so does a lot of snow. This year we got tons of it and it felt like it would never stop. When it snows you have to be careful of the icy roads and the snow on the ground. To be a safe driver in the bad weather conditions follow some of these tips.  Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination. It's helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy, open parking lot, so you're familiar with how your car handles.

Here are some safe driving tips on icy roads. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake. If you ever get stuck in the snow follow some of these tips to help. Do not spin your wheels, this will only dig you in deeper. Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way. If you follow some of these tips you can help become a safer driver during horrible weather conditions. Drive safely!