Winter Weather Safe Driving Tips

HINGHAM, Mass.- Winter has barely begun and the weather is already making driving conditions tricky. While it's always best to stay home if you don't have anywhere that you absolutely have to be, we all have commitments that we still have to attend even when the snow starts to fall. So when you have to hit the road in a storm keep these Winter Weather Safe Driving Tips in mind!

Winter Weather Safe Driving Tips:

1. Take It Slow. Everything takes longer when driving on snow-covered pavement than it does on dry pavement so you give yourself extra time to maneuver when you drive slowly in the winter.

2. Again, Take It Slow. Accelerating and decelerating slowly is the best way to regain traction and avoid skids. Plus, it takes longer to slow down on on snow-covered roads.

3. Leave More Space. Increasing your following distance from the car in front of you to 8-10 seconds, rather than just 3-4 seconds, will give you the extra time needed should you have to stop.

4. Know Your Brakes. The best method to stop in snowy or icy conditions is threshold braking. Just keep the heel of your foot on the floor and apply firm, steady pressure to the brake.

5. Don't Speed Up Hills. When driving up hills in the winter, avoid applying extra gas which will make your wheels spin. The best way to approach a hill is to try to get some inertia before reaching the hill, and allow that to carry you up. Then proceed down hill as slowly as possible.

6. Don't Stop On A Hill. While driving up a hill, avoid stopping since trying to get going while on an icy incline can be difficult.

If you're already dreading driving in winter weather, stop by Best Chevrolet and we can help you find a new vehicle that will keep you safe this season. We're proud to be one of the area's leading automotive dealers! Here at Best Chevrolet, customer service is our highest priority! It is our goal to make the car buying process and vehicle service experience as simple and enjoyable as possible! We are located at 128 Derby Street, Hingham, MA 02043. Feel free to give us a call with any questions that you may have at (781) 749-1950 or visit our website: www.bestchevyusa.com.

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