In winter, the percentage of the number of accidents is increasing, so in this period it is necessary to drive very carefully. Many accidents occur due to the fact that motorists are not pre-prepare the car for winter operation. it is also due to the weather conditions. It was snow and ice - these are the first causes of accidents on the roads.
How should travel by car during ice and snow? 7 Consider the tips.
№1. The vehicle must be fully prepared for the winter: Seasonal tires, cold-resistant washer "nezamerzayku" smeared locks and door seals, winter car kit.
№ 2. In winter you need to pay special attention to the distance between the cars. Therefore, be sure to adhere to the distance, and try to go without exceeding the speed limit.
№ 3. On slippery road surfaces can not be dramatically slow down. This can lead to loss of control car. In winter, braking distances increase, so you need to slow down smoothly, intermittent pressing the pedal.
№ 4. it is impossible to make sharp maneuvers on slippery roads. For example, sharply enter into a turn, or turn the steering wheel when driving around obstacles on the road. Otherwise, if you are not an experienced driver, the car can bring.
№ 5. Winter is better to forget about overtaking, or make them very carefully. The road along the edges often littered with snow, and if get into a gallop, you can lose control of the machine.
№6. In winter, you have to be extremely careful before pedestrian crossings. Firstly, the visibility is reduced in the winter on the roads. Secondly, on the edges of the sidewalks covered with snow, and the pedestrian can simply slip or fail to jump an obstacle.
№ 7.Also, one of the obstacles for motorists could be uphill. Therefore it is necessary to press on the gas pedal slowly, and at this point to try to turn the steering wheel in different directions. If the car with a manual transmission, you need to get under way with 2 transmit to the movement was smooth.
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