Tip #1) Test your brakes. This should be the first thing you do when you pull out of the driveway. It’s a safe and simple way to get a taste of what the road conditions are before entering traffic. If you fishtail and lose control of the steering, don’t b
rake more. Just take your hands off the wheel, shift down steadily, and stop.
Tip #2) Downshift on hills. This is especially important when going downhill. I recommend first or second gear for automatics, but be extra careful if you don’t have all-wheel or four-wheel drive.
Tip #3) Start your car early. It will warm the engine, and clear the windows. Vision is crucial in icy conditions.
Tip #4) Slow down! Save a life and don’t rush. This might be the most important tip I can give you. After all, the faster you drive, the longer it takes to slow down, and timing is everything.
