I thought I would take time out to mention the crazy drivers I have seen trying to manoeuvre around the stranded cars out in the road. They are using far too much gas and clutch to be effective. I understand that the snow and ice can be fun but it is also important to be able to get out of trouble...
The main rule for driving in this weather is 'do everything SLOWLY'.
- When moving off, use only a little gas and gently find the biting point.
- Make sure you have plenty of room before trying to move off.
- Ride the biting point until you are up to speed.
- Change into 2nd gear earlier than you would normally but keep the revs and speed low.
- Steer the car gently, looking up far ahead for obstacles.
- Start to brake gently, keeping the clutch up for as long as possible, then changing down gears using only the clutch and as little brake as possible.
- Brake to a stop gently. You may need to keep the car in gear as well as using the handbrake.
I know this is all very boring but it must be better keeping out of trouble, rather than knocking out someones wing mirror or skidding into a main road!
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