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Taking the right safety steps when driving in bad weather (fog, rain, snow, ice)

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• good tires
• shovel or traction mats.

1. The first rule when the weather is bad is to slow down.
   In fog use low beams: you'll get less glare than with high beams.
   Another car's tail lights may shine through fog, but you can't
   assume they will.
2. In heavy rain at speeds above 35 m.p.h., beware of hydroplaning(tires riding on a cushion of water, causing loss of steering control).
   If it occurs, take your foot off the accelerator
   to slow the car and hold the steering wheel as straight
   as possible. Don't hit the brakes.
   Water may also affect the brakes.
   Drive slowly and apply the brakes several times
   to revive their stopping power.
3. In heavy snow, you need snow tires. Don't rely on
   all-season tires; they are designed for light snow.
   Consider premium snow tires with treads that perform
   better than ordinary ones at low temperatures.
4. On ice, make no sudden moves. If you skid,
   turn the steering wheel in the direction
   the car's rear is sliding. Be especially
   cautious at temperatures around 32F; ice
   is most slippery then.