For most drivers, their worst fear when it comes to driving in winter is losing control. The results can range from embarrassment to devastation. Let’s take a look at what can happen, and what you can do to prevent or deal with it.
The safest way to avoid a crash is to recognize conditions that might lead to one. Crashes result from a lack of time in which to take corrective action. Whether you are driving on a long, smooth, dry road with plenty of visibility on a clear summer day in light traffic or in a blinding snow storm on an icy surface, there are three underlying factors that determine your safety — speed, visibility and experience.
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