Be Prepared for Extreme Driving Conditions

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1. Driving Conditions Driving Conditions Be Prepared For Extreme
2. Know the Conditions Knowing the “big picture” meaning weather conditions before you leave your house is important. If the weather is too bad perhaps it’s better to stay indoors.
3. Be Prepared Prep your car before traveling, to ensure your safety. Here are some things to check:  Lights  Brakes  Wiper Blades  Tires  Battery *It’s always good to keep an emergency kit in your car as well.
4. Snow Snow can cause a lot of visibility problems It makes it easier to lose control of your car. Snow can also hide potential dangers (potholes, ice, rocks, etc.) Here are some tips to stay safe:  Keep a safe distance of 8-10 seconds.  Slow down.  Accelerate and decelerate slowly.  Never use cruise control on a slippery surface.  Learn how to brake correctly this depends on your brake system.
5. Rain Rain makes for slippery road conditions, and causes more crashes, deaths, and injuries than any other type of weather. The wet pavement may require twice the braking distance to stop. It’s even possible to hydroplane in the rain. What to do:  Reduce speed.  Avoid deepest water.  Check tire pressure.  If you hydroplane, ease off accelerator & brake.
6. Fog Fog is the worst for visibility. Even a small amount can obstruct your view of other vehicles, impending corners, and other obstacles. Tips for driving in fog:  Reduce your speed.  Signal early.  Turn off cruise control.  Keep a consistent speed.  Use fog lights if you have them.  Use road reflectors as a guide.
7. Ice Ice requires the same precautions and skills as snow with a couple added steps. Here are some basic guidelines to assist you:  Slow down.  Avoid sharp braking, accelerating, and steering.  Give yourself time to slow down around corners.  Increase space between cars.  Drive in the highest gear to avoid spinning tires.
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