SAFETY TIPS Prepare the route Plan and evaluate your route ahead of time and anticipate adverse weather conditions.
Prepare the family Inform family or friends of your route and expected arrival time and share your location if traveling through remote areas, so they know where you were before losing contact, if something happens.
Prepare the vehicle Check your vehicle's tires, windshield wipers, coolant, lights, antifreeze levels, battery health d other systems before driving in wintry conditions. If you’re heading to areas known for snowy conditions, install snow tires before you hit snowy conditions.
Prepare for emergencies Have an emergency kit and ensure you know how your vehicle handles adverse road conditions.
Prepare your mind Drive well-rested, and look out for common hazards including hidden potholes, blowing snow or unplowed roads, snowdrifts obscuring roads, sun glare, black ice, bridges or roads near bodies of water (slow down and take your time), tractortrailers skidding or reducing visibility, other vehicles going too fast for conditions.
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