Guide in winter

Now that the snow has spread in almost the whole country, we can discuss the guide in winter. In some areas of the country it has started to snow since November, reminding many of us as a child. But to enjoy the landscapes of dreams and a quiet winter, you must be ready to drive on the snow and have the equipped car.

Before starting on the road

• First of all you have to check the weather conditions and road conditions, this will help you regulate the route and the program.
• It is very important to clean the snow on all windows but also from the rest of the car. Drivers often do not clean the snow on the car ceiling and can slide on the windshield or rear obstruction.
• With the help of a scraper, remove the ice from all windows to ensure a larger visual field.
• Make sure the wipes are not frozen, work correctly and that you have liquid enough to clean the windows.
• Leave in the trunk a series of non -slip chains (they are very useful and sometimes necessary in areas with snowflars such as ski stations), a bag of salt or large sand and a shovel. These can be useful not only on the long road but also when they leave the parking lot.
• In addition to the seasonal tires, one of the most important things while driving in winter is to leave the car before leaving, heating the engine.

Now that you have the prepared car we will discuss how to travel in safety in the snow.

In winter in traffic

If you plan a longer journey, Let the loved ones of your program and your path; If you encounter difficulties, they can notify the authorities.

Reduce the speed and keep the distance. Keep in mind that during the winter the braking distance can increase up to 10 times. No matter how much you have in your driver’s skills or in your car, it is better to be cautious.

Avoid using automatic pilot systems be able to quickly adapt to unpredictable situations.

Use the engine brake as often as possible. Do not stop the brake pedal because you can skate. Try to brake gradually and, when necessary, use the engine brake (progressive passage at lower speed).

If the road is covered with snow, Try not to drive on the front of the front car Because you have less adhesion in the tasted snow.

Do not accelerate stronglyBut at the same time be careful to have enough advantage in the climb of a slope. We recommend that you generally avoid control of car controls.

If you feel it Your car skirtsIt gently weakens acceleration and rotates the steering wheel in the direction of the Skid. We remind you that the derail refers to the moment in which the back of the car slips into different directions and the contravision, that is, by rotating the steering wheel in the direction, will help you find your stability.

It doesn’t matter how much time is worsening, Keep your calm. Guide slowly and caution for your safety and others.

What do you do if you stay blocked?

If you stay snowy or you can no longer circulate because of the fog, do not alarmed. Try to stop as close as possible to the edge of the road and make your car as visible as possible. You can place the triangles reflective at greater distances and turn on the damage lights.

To keep the fire, start the engine only for a few minutes per hour to save fuel. Make sure that the exhaust pipe is not covered by the snow, otherwise all the well -known will enter the car’s asphyxiation and endanger.

If you don’t see any building for shelter around you, stay in the car. And, last but not less important, the authorities on your place and condition announce.

As mentioned above, before starting the long road, it is very important to check the weather conditions and conditions of the roads and, if they are unfavorable, try to delay the departure. If necessary, these suggestions follow to reach the destination safely. If you have other useful suggestions to guide in winter, write them in a comment.

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