Winter storms can be can dangerous. Along with bad weather and poor road conditions, they cause nearly half a million accidents on the road every year. Knowing how to drive safely during the winter can help prevent you from having one of those accidents.
If you’re venturing out onto snowy, slick or icy roads, follow these winter safe driving tips:
Only go out if necessary during hazardous winter weather. It’s better to avoid the risk bad weather brings on the road.
Give your full attention to the road. Avoid activities such as eating and using your cellphone.
Driving slow in slippery conditions helps prevent skidding and accidents. Reducing your speed allows you to keep control of your vehicle.
Give yourself as much space as possible between yourself and other vehicles when possible. This will provide increased safety in the event you need to stop.
Always be in control when it comes to acceleration and deceleration in snowy or slippery conditions.
Turn on your low-beam headlights, even during the day, to increase visibility on snowy roads.
Driving in hazardous conditions may be inevitable for many. At Wells Insurance, we want to help keep you and others safe on the road during winter months. Reach out to us if you have questions or concerns.
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