Slippery Tips Teen drivers are the most likely to experience difficulties while diving. But driving in the snow is hard, even for experienced drivers. Here are some tips on how to drive safely during the course of these next few snowy months:
What are teens concerned with when driving in the snow?
36 PERCENT
1. DRIVE SLOW
Even if you think you’re driving slow, you are probably going too fast.
2. STOP SOONER
Stopping early is okay, it’s better to be safe than to be sorry.
3. ALLOW MORE TIME
Roads can get pretty bad and others are taking their time to be safe on their way to their destination, so get up earlier so you aren’t running late.
of people said Black Ice was their biggest concern
of people said other drivers are their biggest concern
25 PERCENT
21 PERCENT
of people said sliding was their biggest concern
4. MAINTAIN SPEEDS
26 PERCENT
of people said accidents are their biggest concern
Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface (wet, icey, sandy).
5. FILL UP
Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up.
6. WATCH THE WEATHER Watch weather reports prior to a long-distance drive or before driving in isolated areas.
7. KEEP IN SHAPE
Always make sure your vehicle is in peak operating condition.
8. STAY HOME
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If you really don’t have to go out, don’t. Even if you can drive well in the snow, not everyone else can.
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