We don’t get snow often, but when we do, it can barely a dusting or 8-12 inches overnight! Even though it snowed, we still have jobs to get to and adventures to take with the family. Melloy Dodge would like to take this opportunity to make sure that you know how to safely drive in snow and icy conditions.
1.) If you don’t need to be out, stay home, and stay safe! This protects you and your vehicle from any unnecessary Injuries and damage.
2.) Keep extra supplies in your vehicle like; water, food, blankets, and medications.
3.) Before the next snowstorm hits, be sure to check your tire tread and ensure that your tires are properly inflated.
4.) Drive slowly: snow and cold temperatures can create black ice, so when you accelerate quickly you’re more likely to spin instead of moving forward. It takes longer to slow down when there is ice present, so be sure to give yourself plenty of time to come to a complete stop.
5.)Use neutral: If you're comfortable with this tip, use your neutral gear when you are approaching a stop sign or a curve. Placing the transmission in neutral disengages the engine from the drive train, because even at idle, a car in gear on ice can cause you to slide.
6.) If you can, do not stop on hills: always assume you are driving on ice. When you stop on a hill you have lost the momentum that will keep you from sliding backward.
7.) If you start to spin: if you begin to spin, act slowly, you should always turn your wheel in the opposite direction you are spinning: this will help take out some of the momenta of the spin and will help to slow you down and straighten you out.
Snow and ice are no joke and should be driven on when you’ve taken the necessary precautions and are properly informed on how to handle these conditions. Melloy Dodge encourages you to stop by our express lane before the start of the next winter storm so we can service your vehicle and check your tires!
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