Winter Driving Tips From A Seasoned Minnesotan
Winter driving can be difficult and a bit scary even for experienced drivers. Whether you're just starting out or need a quick refresher on winter driving (even in March when the late blizzards hit), keep reading for tips or watch the video below. First things first, if you can avoid driving in winter weather, do so. The best plan is to wait out a storm from the safety of your home or hotel, but this often isn't feasible. The next best plan, drive during the day for the best visibility. Visibility Avoid Driving at Night Visibility tends to decrease at night during storms. This is due to headlights reflecting the snow to create a white wall in front of the vehicle. Another plus to driving during the day is the higher traffic volumes. More traffic means someone is more likely to see you should you have car troubles or if you end up in the ditch. Slow Down Driving slower will allow you more reaction time to obstacles and typically give you better visibil...