| Here are some simple tips to help you drive | | | | conditions, abrupt lane changes can lead to |
| safely when it is snowing or the roads are icy. | | | | accidents; adding in ice or snow only increases the |
| Snow Chains | | | | chance of an accident happening. |
| If it is snowing outside, or there is the potential | | | | Headlights On At All Times |
| for a snow storm, you should plan on buying or | | | | Why would you need your headlights on during |
| renting snow chains. Even if you have a 4x4, you | | | | the day? It has nothing so much to do with the |
| may be required to use snow chains, so be | | | | time of day, if it happens to start snowing while |
| prepared. Most local retail auto stores carry snow | | | | you are driving, make sure you turn your |
| chains. | | | | headlights on. Having your headlights on, even |
| Two Car Length Rule | | | | during the day, helps other cars see you as they |
| Remember in driver's education, the two car | | | | approach. Your taillights will also help cars that are |
| length rule to keep a safe following distance | | | | approaching from behind judge the distance |
| between you and the car ahead of you? In | | | | between them and your bumper. |
| snowy conditions, you definitely don't want to be | | | | Bring Supplies |
| much closer that two car lengths. Keeping a safe | | | | As careful as you are, there is always the chance |
| distance between you and the car ahead of you | | | | that you are involved in an accident. Make sure |
| can help prevent an accident in the event you | | | | you bring supplies like extra blankets, extra |
| have to take evasive action. | | | | clothes, water, snacks, a flashlight, books or toys |
| Don't Cut People Off | | | | to keep everyone occupied while help is on the |
| Along with increasing your following distance, try | | | | way. |
| to avoid any abrupt lane changes. Even on normal | | | | |