Stay Aware of Winter Weather to Avoid Dangerous Situations
When is it Unsafe To Drive in Winter?
Every season has its challenges for drivers on the road. Winter adds additional layers of difficulty with less sunlight and rapidly deteriorating conditions. Cambridge Centre Honda wants everyone to be as safe as possible while they’re travelling for the holidays. So, we asked our team, ‘When is it unsafe to drive in winter?’ Everyone had a lot of great information to share. We compiled some of the best bits below. Follow along to see what we have to say on this important matter.
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Heavy Snow or Reduced Visibility
When snowfall becomes particularly heavy, the level of danger on the road rises dramatically. Snow can reflect headlights back to the driver, making visibility even worse. In fact, heavy snowfall can make it difficult for other drivers to see you on the road. Additionally, quickly accumulating snow presents a problem for people trying to ensure they are in their lane.
Freezing Rain or Frozen Roads
There is very little to be gained from driving in frozen rain or on frozen roads. Ice essentially has its own rules and makes properly controlling a vehicle all but impossible. Major chain reaction accidents are usually caused by ice, snow or a combination of the two.
Equipment in Poor Condition
Driving a vehicle that hasn’t been properly maintained is a recipe for disaster. Tires that aren’t meant for the season or have worn down will not be effective in winter conditions. Additionally, cold temperatures can make batteries unreliable, potentially leaving people stranded.
How Do You Prepare Your Car for Winter Driving?
The best way to make sure your vehicle is ready for anything nature can throw at it is to keep up with scheduled maintenance. That means getting your winter tires installed when it’s time and replacing the battery when its lifecycle nears its end.
Ultimately, unless something is a life or death matter, it’s not worth taking an unnecessary chance on the road when the winter weather is severe. If you need any help making sure your car, truck or SUV is ready to take on winter, make an appointment for a vehicle inspection at the Cambridge Centre Honda Service Department today.
