Health & Fitness
Winter Saftey Driving Tips For New York Drivers
When Bad Weather Causes a Car Accidents
The weather is treacherous out there New York! The last thing you want to do is lose control of your car on icy / wet pavement.
Out of control skids can be frightening but hydroplaning is completely nerve-wracking. You may even see your life flash before your eyes as your vehicle spirals out of control!!
Hydroplaning is when the water in front of your tires builds up faster than your car's weight can push it out of the way. The water pressure causes your car to rise up and slide on a thin layer of water between your tires.
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Winter time can become dangerous for drivers. I've heard and seen it all before. People who truly believe they can drive in the snow!
There are a few steps a driver can take that can help prevent an accident. The sure way of avoiding winter related vehicle accidents is of course to just stay off the road.
However, If you have to hit the road, at least be prepared to handle icy winter road conditions. Take a moment to review these simple tips that can save your life.
Check Your Tires – You should have at least 6/32 of inch of tread depth on your wheels. New York has snow-covered roads, consider putting snow tires on your car. High performance tires will offer almost no traction on snow so park the high-end sports car in the garage and get out the SUV. Be safe, not sorry!
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Know Where You are Going – Road condition reports, check them.
Keep Your Windshield Clean – Proper Visibility is key to staying safe on snowy and icy roads.
See Where You Are Going – Make sure none of your lights are out.
Black Ice Can Be Deadly – Black ice or glare ice is one of the biggest road hazards you will encounter.
Keep Steering to a Minimum – In rough weather and slick conditions too much steering can result in an accident. Don't lose your grip, stay focused.
Drive Slow- Speed kills
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