by Allison Jones
As we finally enter the season of snow and slick roads we could all use a reminder of what driving in winter requires.
It is harder to stop and start moving on winter roads because snow decreases traction for car tires. Because of this, more space should be left between cars and more time allowed for slowing for red lights and starting on green lights.
If you do not have anti-lock breaks, remember to pump your breaks as you slow so that your wheels do not stop turning before your car has stopped moving. This causes your car to skid without any way to control direction.
Not only should you drive slower and more cautiously, but you must ease into stopping and starting. Trying to go fast too quickly will result in spinning tires and little to no movement forward. One may even slip sideways a little. Anytime you are turning you must also go slower than you are used to in order to avoid slipping.
Also, if at all possible, wait for the roads to be plowed before venturing out after a snow storm. It can take a surprisingly little amount of accumulated snow to get your car stuck in a snow drift.
It seems that we won't be putting these to use much this winter.
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