Wwell if you haven’t figured it out by now I live “up north” in Minnesota. The weather for tonight/tomorrow isn’t supposed to be great and that got me thinking about winter driving.
First of all prep your car:
- Jumper cables
- Cat litter or sand
- Shovel
- Ice scraper
- Warm clothes gloves, a hat, sturdy boots, warm jacket
- Blankets
- Flashlights and extra batteries
- First aid kit also pack necessary medications in case you are stuck on the road
- Food pack items containing protein such as nuts and energy bars, also canned fruit and a portable can opener are good additions, don’t forget baby food and pet food
- Water
- Fully charge your cell phone.
Driving hints:
- Clean off your headlights
- Allow more time (listen to the weather the night before and wake up early.)
- Keep your gas tank full.
- Drive for conditions – slower speeds, slower acceleration, slower steering, and slower braking in winter conditions.
- Use your headlights.
- Don’t use cruise control.
- Slow down when approaching intersections, off-ramps,
bridges, or shady spots. - Be careful and payattention to other drivers.
This winter I have had extra anxiety when it comes to driving but I am getting through it. I am so happy that MN DOT does a good job to keeping the roads plowed and salted (the ice storm was debatable but it also came out of nowhere)
I actually follow your driving hints but need to work on what is packed in my car. I honestly only have 2-3 things mentioned in there. Shame on me. 🙁
I’m sooo glad I don’t have to drive anywhere, especially in snow or winter weather 🙂 Stay safe on the road this season!