Winter driving is upon us and it means preparation to be safe on the roads. Before you head out for the daily commute or family road trip it is good to take a few minutes to prepare for the conditions you might encounter on the roads.
Here are a few tips to get your started:
* Check Your Tires – It is always good to check your tires for proper inflation but it is especially important during the winter driving season. Under-inflated tires can lead to less control, less traction, and premature wear on your tread. Also, remember to explore the options of winter tires or all-weather tires especially if you do a lot of snowy weather driving. The Tire Store at Mike Naughton Ford can help you assess your situation to decide if this type of tire would be a good option for you.
* Prepare an Emergency Safety Kit – Make sure your car is properly stocked in the case of an emergency. This kit should have items like a flashlight, sand or kitty litter, snow shovel, blankets, extra clothing, batteries, non-perishable foods, and jumper cables.
* Keep Your Gas Tank Full – The cold and snowy weather is no time to run out of fuel! Keep your tank topped off to prevent this issue.
* Test Your Car’s Battery – It is extremely important to have a strong and charged battery during cold weather. If your battery is more than 3 years old, you should look at having it replaced. The service experts at Big Mike Naughton Ford would be happy to check your battery for you. Print your coupon here to get your battery tested for free!
* Accelerate and Decelerate Slowly – Slow and steady is the best way to accelerate and slow down during inclement weather. Drive slowly, don’t power up hills, and try not to stop going up a hill. Know your brakes and how they act. It can be helpful to test your brakes around your neighborhood before hitting faster-moving roads.
* If You Begin to Skid – Keep calm and don’t panic. Make sure to always leave enough space in between you and the car in front of you in case this situation occurs. During the skid process, steer in the direction you want the front of your car to go. Do not hit the brakes until you regain control of the car.
Most importantly, if you do not need to be out and about during snowy weather, just stay home. There can be a lot of potential dangers with winter driving, including the drivers around you who may not be as knowledgeable about what to do during the snow. If you do choose to go out, follow these tips and be safe!
* Check Your Tires – It is always good to check your tires for proper inflation but it is especially important during the winter driving season. Under-inflated tires can lead to less control, less traction, and premature wear on your tread. Also, remember to explore the options of winter tires or all-weather tires especially if you do a lot of snowy weather driving. The Tire Store at Mike Naughton Ford can help you assess your situation to decide if this type of tire would be a good option for you.
* Prepare an Emergency Safety Kit – Make sure your car is properly stocked in the case of an emergency. This kit should have items like a flashlight, sand or kitty litter, snow shovel, blankets, extra clothing, batteries, non-perishable foods, and jumper cables.
* Keep Your Gas Tank Full – The cold and snowy weather is no time to run out of fuel! Keep your tank topped off to prevent this issue.
* Test Your Car’s Battery – It is extremely important to have a strong and charged battery during cold weather. If your battery is more than 3 years old, you should look at having it replaced. The service experts at Big Mike Naughton Ford would be happy to check your battery for you. Print your coupon here to get your battery tested for free!
* Accelerate and Decelerate Slowly – Slow and steady is the best way to accelerate and slow down during inclement weather. Drive slowly, don’t power up hills, and try not to stop going up a hill. Know your brakes and how they act. It can be helpful to test your brakes around your neighborhood before hitting faster-moving roads.
* If You Begin to Skid – Keep calm and don’t panic. Make sure to always leave enough space in between you and the car in front of you in case this situation occurs. During the skid process, steer in the direction you want the front of your car to go. Do not hit the brakes until you regain control of the car.
Most importantly, if you do not need to be out and about during snowy weather, just stay home. There can be a lot of potential dangers with winter driving, including the drivers around you who may not be as knowledgeable about what to do during the snow. If you do choose to go out, follow these tips and be safe!
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