If you are also planning a family, friends or solo trip in the winter season and are also planning to drive a car during the trip, then it is important to be as careful as it is enjoyable to drive amid the snow accumulating on the roads. Because driving during a snowstorm can be a challenging and risky task. The lack of visibility due to snow or fog, slippery roads and cold weather combine to make the situation more difficult. If you have to drive in snowy valleys, it is very important to take care of some important things. Here are some tips for driving safely in the snow.
Tips for safe driving in the snow
1) Prepare well
- Check the car
- Before driving in the snow, make sure that your car is fully prepared.
- Check the tyres: Ensure that the tyres have adequate grip and the air pressure of the tyre is correct. Winter tires are best for snowy roads.
- Check the brakes and batteries: Check that the brakes and batteries are working properly. Batteries can wear out quickly in the cold.
- Protection against frost: Add an anti-freeze liquid to the windshield washer and make sure the windshield wipers are working properly.
- Carry essential items with you
- Snow removal scraper
- Torch and extra battery
- Warm clothes and blankets
- First Aid Kit
- Phone charger and power bank
- shovel and sand or salt (to avoid slippage)
2) Drive slow and carefully
- Always drive at a slow speed when driving on snowy roads. Driving at high speed on a slippery surface can be dangerous.
- Slowly stop during braking. Abrupt braking can cause the vehicle to roll.
- Keep the gear of the car according to the correct speed.
- Keep light and controlled pressure on the accelerator and steering while driving.
3) Maintain proper distance
- The stopping distance of the vehicle on snowy roads is much more than on normal roads. So, maintain a safe distance from the vehicles ahead.
- Keep a gap of at least 6-7 seconds for the vehicle to stop.
- Avoid overspeeding and follow traffic rules.
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4) Pay attention to the condition of the road
- Identify the slippery surface.
- Snow-covered roads can be very slippery. Pay special attention to the black ice (transparent layer of ice) as it is not easily visible.
- Walk slowly over the bends and keep your eye on the road surface.
- To reach the destination, leave early and plan according to the road condition.
- If possible, avoid crowded roads.
5) Make the right use of 4-wheel drive and other technical support
- If your car has features such as 4-wheel drive or anti-lock brake system (ABS), use them correctly. It helps in maintaining grip and control of the vehicle in icy conditions.
- Beware, safety first.
- Don’t panic if you get stuck on the road.
- If your car gets stuck in the snow, put sand or salt under the wheels to give them traction.
- Remove snow from around the vehicle using a shovel.
- Avoid driving in bad weather.
- If the weather is very bad and driving is not mandatory, stop at home.
- Keep track of road conditions and weather updates.
Driving in the snow can be difficult, but with caution and preparation, safe driving in the snow can also be done. Always keep yourself and others safe. Walk at a slow pace, carry essentials and make decisions by understanding the road conditions. Remember, your safety is more important than driving a car.
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