We should all know how to drive on black ice but just in case you need a refresher course, or want to share some tips with your teens here are a few tricks to avoid ending up on top of a curb, car, or ditch while attempting to drive on black ice, or ice in general.
When your car starts to slide on black ice, take your foot off the gas. Go extra slow when you’re driving on black ice or in any other winter road conditions. The last thing you want to do is hit the gas or the brake. Just don’t panic.
Look for and be aware of trouble spots ahead like bridges etc. If you have an idea that there may be black ice ahead (if you see other cars fish tailing and sliding, for example), downshift to a lower gear before you come onto the black ice. It’s good to be prepared. Seeing as our winters are usually pretty crazy chances are you know where the trouble spots are but there could always be new ones.
Turn the wheel in the direction of the skid in the event your car does begin to slide around on the ice,. This is very hard to remember when you are sliding all over the road but this helps steer your car back on the right track.
Don’t tailgate, be sure you keep plenty of space between your car and the car in front of you. Stay well behind the car in front of you (at least a couple of hundred feet). Just cause you think you can handle doesn’t mean they can.
You are not invincible just because you drive a truck or a big SUV. While 4-wheel drive vehicles are great for driving in heavy snow, you’re on your own when it comes to driving on black ice. In fact, 4-wheel drive vehicles have no advantage over regular cars when it comes to driving on black ice, so be sure to take the necessary safety precautions no matter what type of vehicle you are driving.
For more tips visit: How To Drive On Black Ice
Just be smart out there and be safe….
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