Winter Driving Tips
Winter Driving Tips
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Winter in New York often brings a ton of snow and slick driving conditions. Winters tend to get a lot of snow, ice, and sleet, which can be extremely difficult to drive through. As the winter weather continues to fall from the sky, the traffic will pile up, and all of this can install fear in even the most experienced drivers. Here at Bedford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram want to do our best to help. This article will go over some essential tips that you can use as you try to power through the weather this winter.
Winterize your vehicle
Before you venture out onto the streets this winter, you're going to want to make sure that your vehicle is up to date with its fluids, brake checks, and oil changes. If any of these things start to go south, things can get a bit dicey, especially in winter. Be sure to head down to Bedford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and schedule an appointment with our highly skilled technicians. You also will need to make sure that you get your tires rotated while you're here, as it will completely winterize your vehicle. It's also a good idea to keep your gas tank at least half-full as the cold temperatures can freeze things and stall your car before you even hit the road.
Inflate your tires properly
During the winter, the last thing you want is to get a flat tire and find yourself stuck in the middle of nowhere in the snow. Be sure that your tires are properly inflated, as the pressure in your tire can fluctuate during cold temperatures. If your tires are underinflated, be sure to stop by a gas station that's close to you to inflate them properly. If you need a new set of tires, be sure to head down to Bedford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and make an appointment with our exceptional technicians. We will have a new set on your vehicle in no time!
Slow down
As the snow starts to stick to the ground, you might want to drive a little slower than usual. You never know when you're going to hit a patch of black ice. When you're behind the wheel of your car, a good rule of thumb is to accelerate and decelerate slowly. If you push the pedal down or slam on your brakes during a snowstorm, it can cause you to lose control of your vehicle, and the results could be disastrous. Make sure that you are keeping calm behind the wheel while accelerating and decelerating slowly to avoid accidents.
Stay alert
While you're venturing out in the winter weather, make sure you're abiding by the 3-4 second rule. You might want to increase this to 5-6 seconds if you happen to be driving in the middle of a snowstorm. Again, make sure that you're slowing down, as it will keep you and your vehicle safe as you're are driving in a winter storm. Also, make sure that you're avoiding distracted driving, which means keeping your eyes on the road and off your cell phone. Be sure not to use cruise control as it could lead to an accident.
Plan out your route
Before heading out this winter, make sure that you're checking the weather report ahead of time as you can save yourself a lot of trouble during the winter months. Another good idea is to plan out your route to know when you will arrive at your destination. Even if there is no winter weather, planning out your route is still a good idea so you can avoid construction and traffic jams. There are many weather apps that you can download for your phone, and you can use GPS to get to your destination.
Winterize your vehicle at Bedford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
The most important thing you're going to want to do before you head out into the winter weather is to make sure your vehicle is up to it! Make an appointment with our outstanding technicians by either heading down to our dealership or by doing so right here on our website. Our team specializes in oil changes, tire rotations, and swapping out your fluids. We can also do more substantial repairs as well! Our highly skilled technicians can't wait to work on your vehicle, so see us today at Bedford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!
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