2006-12-04 18:30:54 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Begin stopping before you need to.
Allow more distance to the guy ahead of you.
Drive slower.
Even though your car may get up to speed fast, it will take longer to slow down!!!
Don't pump anti-lock brakes.
Careful on overpasses.
Keep your windshield washer bottle full.
If you aren't going to stop in time think about rubbing up on a curb or snowbank as a last resort. (to entering busy intersection or rear ending someone)
Keep headlights on, all the time.
Don't try to change lanes if there are deep ruts that you are stuck in, until you find a good place to do so.
If everyone is driving slower than you, you are going too fast.
Don't mash the gas to accelerate.
Don't assume the guy behind you can stop as fast as you.
Don't assume everyone will stop for the intersection.
If you start to lose control, don't make any sharp maneuvers... you will only make it worse.
Be slow and deliberate with the steering wheel.
2006-12-04 18:33:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
I think most things have been pointed out, but here's a couple more.
1) If you don't have ABS, then you can do whats called cadence braking. This is basically coming on and off the brake to make the wheels momentarily skid. It's the closest thing to having ABS as far as humans are concerned!
2) Learn about how to apply opposite lock. If the back end of the car slides, then you need to steer into it. If you watch the film Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift, you'll see what I mean (except they use the tail slide to show off). They deliberatly provoke a slide and then control it.
3) Stick a blanket and a credit card in the boot, and make sure you have credit on your mobile. If you break down you need to keep warm and be able to contact someone.
2006-12-05 23:49:47 · answer #2 · answered by Steven N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drive in a gear higher than you would usually and change gear a little earlier than you would in the dry. This will make acceleration more gentle.
Keep your distance from the car in front.
Before slowing down give your brake pedal a little dab to activate the brake light before you actually start to use the brake, this will give extra warning to the car behind what you are planning.
Keep all movements slow and deliberate.
Dont make any sudden movements that will upset the car. Keep everything smooth.
Make sure your radiator has proper coolant in it. It should be a mixture of Anti freeze and water mixed 50/50 or pre mixed coolant. A garage will check it for you for little or no charge.
Make sure there is screen wash in your washer bottle.
Keep a can of de-icer and a scraper in the car. And a blanket too in case you get really stuck
2006-12-04 22:53:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Realize that you may encounter a dangerous or life threatening situation you can do nothing about, the chances of this increased because of the ice and snow. You can hope you don't hit a slick spot of ice on a decline-avoid declines, inclines. Also, drive slow, brake slow, and if you go into a skid turn the steering wheel as slowly as possible in the opposite direction of the skid . ..(this is not complete information but just some tips)
2006-12-04 18:46:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go slow when there is snow and ice on the road. Also start slowing down early, and when you accelerate, don't romp on the gas. Make sure you have plenty of space before you cut into traffic. I can't really explain how to get out of a slide. Really the best thing to do there is not to stomp on the brakes, and definetly don't start panicing. Sometimes countersteering can help but you have to be careful cause you don't know where you will end up if you get traction again.
The main points however are go slow, take your time doing anything, and when stopping start early.
2006-12-04 18:38:04 · answer #5 · answered by Memnoch 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it looks dodgy, don't go there.
Check that your tyres have good tread, you have blanket in the back - not just to keep warm but can be used under the wheels if you get really stuck. ...and some means of calling for help eg mobile phone.
Live by a hill or have a steep drive to your house- that way if it gets iced up you can phone in and claim you can't get out. Wait til the buses open up the roads.
Lastly, remember you won't see black ice - it forms overnight in thin sheets on bends and lies in wait for you next morning.
2006-12-04 18:57:43 · answer #6 · answered by Tertia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take a defencive driving course, when you feel the car slide or slip away from you on the road, brake lightly(pumping the brake-do not slam on brake) and turn the wheel slightly towards where you want the car to go, turn slowly as the car gains grip and you have control....if the speed limit says 50 and you know there may be ice on the road don't go faster than 35-40( or go with traffic flow that feels comfortable)- bridges, crossings, and tunnels FREEZE faster than other parts of the road... good luck, drive safe
2006-12-04 18:40:45 · answer #7 · answered by rattagous70 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi i have been driving since 1960 .my best advice i can give to you is treat the road with respect take your time remember to leave extra distance between you and the vehicles in front because if you can not stop you will have more time to take other actions if you begin to skid when trying to avoid something try to let the brake off and gentlY steer around
. LAST TWO COMMENTS TREAT ALL OTHER ROAD USERS AS IDIOTS KEEP AWAY FROM
THEM.
. IF YOU CAN DO WITH OUT GOING OUT DON'T. BUT IF YOU DO TAKE ENOUGH FUEL A WARM BLANKET or SLEEPING-BAG AND A SHOVEL . AND STAY SAFE GOOD LUCK .TONY
. PS MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A MOBILE PHONE WITH YOU
2006-12-04 20:13:03 · answer #8 · answered by tony x lorry driver of 39 years 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No cruise control.
Stay 2x's as far from other vehicles as you did in summer.
Reduce speed
Make sure tires and brakes are in good working order.
Be smart!!!!!
Don't accelorate thru turns
Best advice.....
Wait for some snow and ice...go to an empty parking lot and practice driving. Learn how your particular vehicle responds to bad driving conditions, and you will learn how to better control the vehicle.
Oh and 2 more things........HANG UP THE CELL PHONE!!!! TURN DOWN THE RADIO!!!!!....
Driving in bad weather is hard enough without distractions.
Good luck, drive safe!!!!
2006-12-04 18:36:14 · answer #9 · answered by FRANKFUSS 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Slow and steady! Whatever you do don’t cram on the brakes pump them, keep plenty of distance between you and the object in front of you. But best advice for both inexperience and experienced drivers is to not drive at all if anyway possible.
Good luck!
2006-12-05 05:07:36 · answer #10 · answered by deanspurrier 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋