Driving in ice can become challenging for even the most experienced motorists. To stay safe, follow these top tips:
1. Allow plenty of time for your journey, including time to clear your windows mirrors and lights. It’s important to do this before you set off, not while you’re driving down the road.
2. In bad weather, leave a generous gap between your car and the one in front of you. Remember that braking distances are doubled in wet weather, and 10 times longer if it’s icy.
3. Check the depth of your tyre treads regularly. During the winter, drivers need to be even more mindful of their remaining tyre tread depth.
4. Smoothness is key to driving on snow and ice. You need to brake and steer gently — as if you’re chauffeuring the Queen.
5. Be prepared. Keep food, drink, a torch and extra clothing in the car, a good pair of boots and a shovel, in case you get stranded.
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