Winter weather conditions decrease traction and visibility. Slowing down gives you more time to react to unexpected situations. Increase your following distance to at least 5-6 seconds behind the vehicle in front of you. This additional space provides you with more time to react if the car ahead brakes suddenly.
Before driving, ensure all snow and ice are removed from your windows, mirrors, headlights, and taillights. This improves visibility and helps prevent snow and ice from blowing off your vehicle and obstructing the vision of other drivers.
Winter tires are designed to provide better traction and handling in cold weather and snow. They are made with a softer rubber compound that remains flexible in cold temperatures and have deeper treads that grip the road better. Consider switching to winter tires when the temperature consistently drops below 45°F.
