If you plan to drive on snowy, icy roads, follow these tips to stay in control behind the wheel:
Clear ice and snow from your car. Turn on your defroster; then, brush or scrape as many surfaces as you can, including your windshield, windows, mirrors, headlights and taillights, as well as the top of your car, the trunk and hood. This prevents snow and ice from blocking your view.
Increase your following distance. Give the car in front of you six seconds of lead time -- versus the three seconds recommended in good driving conditions -- to help prevent accidents.
