How To Drive Safely In Bad Weather Conditions

How to drive safely in bad weather conditions

Now the days and nights are getting colder, more accidents are happening due to drivers not taking proper precautions. New drivers are twice as likely to have an accident in bad weather conditions than other road users as here are a few tips to ensure you stay safe this winter.

Whatever the weather if you are embarking on a long journey, it is wise to check to weather forecast for changes in precipitation, wind and most importantly other accidents.

In windy conditions, it is important to keep a firm grip with both hands on the steering wheel to avoid be blown over into other lanes, and drive slowly across wide open roads and bridges.

Be especially careful for cyclists and motorbikes that may be blown into your path and give them extra room when overtaking.

In wet weather it is important to keep a very big distance between you and the car in front as stopping distances can be 10 times longer than normal.

If it is icy, beware of A and B roads that havent been gritted. Take the roads slow and if you do hit a patch of ice and skid steer INTO the skid and tap the break as opposed to slamming. It is also wise to keep well back from cars in front, even if you are in a safe BMW X3. Cardiff has many winding roads and many accidents occur on sharp bends where breaking has been underestimated and black ice has been hiding. Drive in a high gear, no lower than third to reduce the chances of wheel spin and flash break lights to warn cars behind if you hit bad patches.

In snow, used dipped headlights and stop regularly to clear the windows and lights. Take care on hard packed snow for ice hidden beneath fresh snow. If the car gets stuck, dont accelerate but put twigs, branches or whatever tough you can find to wedge in front of the driving wheels to climb out and avoid wheel spin.

At night, on unlit roads, use the full-beam, watch your speed and avoid using your inside lights as they reflect against the windscreen and impair your vision.

On motorways in the rain, avoid over taking heavy goods as spray can also impair your vision.

In fog, drive with dipped headlights but dont use the full beam as the light will be reflected from the fog particles and can be dazzling. Switch on the rear and front fog lights when visibility is less than 90 metres.

Pad the breaks in an event where you have to break very hard or on slippery surfaces, those who have assisted brakes can still benefit from this tactic. If you are unsure or feel the conditions could be worse then refrain from driving till you see an improvement.

Take your time and drive slowly and carefully to avoid the risk of an accident.

by: Michael O'Sullivan

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