Essential winter driving tips
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What to do if your car starts to slide while driving in ice and snow
Plus more winter driving tips.
Warm Clothing and Blankets - If your car breaks down in freezing temperatures, staying warm is critical. Pack extra hats, gloves, and a couple of blankets in your kit. Heat-reflective emergency blankets are a smart choice as they trap body heat more effectively than regular blankets. Remember to bring extra layers for any passengers.
Lisa Hoang remembers driving home on Interstate 5 after visiting a friend in Port Orchard and facing snow and icy roads. She saw cars that slid as they changed lanes “but because everyone was being so careful — truly,
Safe driving tips: Black ice is one of the most dangerous winter road hazards during snowfall seasons. It is a thin, transparent layer of ice that blends with the road surface, making it hard for drivers to see.