Applying extra gas on snow-covered roads will just make your wheels spin. If you can slow down enough to keep rolling until a traffic light changes, do it. There’s a big difference in the amount of inertia it takes to start moving from a full stop versus how much it takes to get moving while still rolling. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, keep the heel of your foot on the floor and use the ball of your foot to apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry and take time to slow down for a stoplight. Apply the gas slowly to regain traction and avoid skids. Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface, such as on ice and snow.Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.Keep at least half a tank of fuel in your vehicle at all times.Make certain your tires are properly inflated and have plenty of tread.Keep a bundle of cold-weather gear in your car, such as extra food and water, warm clothing, a flashlight, a glass scraper, blankets, medications, and more.More winter driving tips from AAA include: Malburg also recommends checking your tires before heading out and putting your windshield wipers up after parking.
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The rule of thumb in good weather is to be three to four seconds behind the car in front of you, but in bad weather, Malburg advises drivers to increase that to four to six seconds.
"It's oversteering and abrupt motions are always the enemy when you're driving in the snow," he said. Don't slam on either the gas or the brake and instead ease onto the gas until you regain control. Instead, steer in the direction you want to go in - without oversteering. If you do hit a spot of ice and your car starts sliding, do not slam the brake, Malburg said.
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