Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for travelers. Winter storms, bad weather and sloppy road conditions are a factor in nearly half a million crashes every winter! We urge drivers to be cautious while driving in adverse weather. #SunAndSound #Worcester #MA
Accelerate and decelerate slowly! Apply the gas slowly to regain traction and avoid skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry and take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. #SunAndSound #Worcester #MA
When driving in the snow, increase your following distance to five to six seconds. This increased margin of safety will provide the longer distance needed if you have to stop. #SunAndSound #Worcester #MA
Don’t power up hills. Applying extra gas on snow-covered roads will just make your wheels spin. Try to get a little inertia going before you reach the hill and let that inertia carry you to the top. #SunAndSound #Worcester #MA
If you take care of your tires, you won’t have to replace them as often, which can lead to some big cost savings over the life of your vehicle. #SunAndSound #Worcester #MA
Proper tire maintenance can also improve energy efficiency and fuel economy; this, too, can produce significant savings. #SunAndSound #Worcester #MA