* Keep yourself safe on the road this Winter with our safety tips.
* Winter is described by many as the most
wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the most dangerous.
* Owing to the weather conditions underfoot are often treacherous, and it’s even worse out on the roads.
* Read on to learn our top tips to safe when driving this Winter.
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* The first thing to remember when driving in
the Winter is to adjust your speed to the conditions you’re driving in. * If you don’t think it’s safe to drive to the speed limit in certain circumstances then don’t – if anyone wants to put their own life in danger they can simply overtake you * Driving too fast can have fatal consequences – especially if you need to turn a corner or quickly brake – so don’t do it.
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* You should obviously be keeping a safe distance between yourself and other cars at the best of times, but it’s important to hold back even further in Winter conditions
* Remember that braking distances are even
longer in the Winter, you run the risk of piling into a car or losing control of your own brakes if you have to stop sharply, simply because the car in front has had to as well.
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* Make sure that you’ve got a full supply of
washer fluids and antifreeze before you head out on the road to keep your windscreen clear, this will lessen the chances of it needing to be repaired and stop your vision from being impaired * Chances are you’re going to need plenty of both of them over the Winter – if you find yourself needing them and they aren’t there, you aren’t going to be able to drive.
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* First thing’s first, we don’t recommend driving
on snow or ice under any circumstance whatsoever. * In the unlikely circumstance that you’ve no choice but to though, pull away and accelerate gently. Failure to do so can lead to disaster. * Also, brake soon yet gently – if you brake completely then you won’t be able to steer whatsoever. * Beginning to see why it’s not advisable yet?
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* They aren’t mandatory in all countries, but
winter tyres can go a long way to giving you some stability on winter roads.
* In addition snow chains are a great help when
driving in slightly more extreme circumstances.
* Again, venturing out in the snow is hardly advisable, but it can’t be denied that the above make things a little easier.
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* We all feel like we need to be somewhere, but if it just isn’t sensible to drive then don’t go.
* It doesn’t matter if it’s for social or work
purposes – putting your life in danger makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, so don’t be afraid to say no.
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