b"WINTER DRIVINGWinterdrivingcanbetreacherous,especiallywhenroadsarecoveredinice. Navigating winter roads requires skill, caution, and preparation to ensure the safety of all road users. Heres a comprehensive guide on how to drive safely on winter roads, backed by expert advice. ADJUST YOUR DRIVING FOR ICY CONDITIONS HANDLING SKIDS AND LOSS OF CONTROLTo drive safely on ice: To handle skidding on icy roads, you must: Slow down for longer stopping distances.Steer into the skid by turning in the direction you wantKeep more distance (8-10 seconds) from the car ahead. the front to go. Avoid sudden moves to maintain control.Stay calm and avoid braking suddenly. Brake gently or let ABS work if equipped.Use low gears on downhill slopes for better control.NAVIGATING HILLS AND CURVESWhen driving on icy hills and curves: Approach hills with momentum to avoid wheelSTAY VIGILANT spin. AND ALERT Dont stop on hills to prevent losing Watch for black ice control. on bridges,Slow down beforeoverpasses, and curves and avoidshaded areas.braking while Stay alert to other turning. drivers who may not drive cautiously, and be AVOIDready to react.UNNECESSARY TRAVEL CHECK YOUR In extreme winterTYRES weather, it's safest toFREQUENTLYavoid driving. If you must drive, use winterEnsure tyres are in good tires, maintain a safecondition, with tread speed, and drivedepth above 3mm for smoothly. Always staybetter traction. alert, adapt toKEEP YOUR DISTANCETAKE YOUR TIME conditions, and prioritize safety. AT ALL TIMES WHILST DRIVINGStopping distances on snow and ice increase dramatically,Rushing is the last thing a driver should do, especially in requiring you to leave a 10+ second gap instead of thewinter. Inexperience and poor conditions increase stress, so usual 2 seconds. Driving too close becomes dangerous, asleave much earlier than usual to allow plenty of time and you won't be able to stop in time. drive safely.24 .The Networker Issue 15"